Arsenal secures signing of 16‑year‑old prodigy Jeremy Monga

Arsenal have entered talks to sign 16‑year‑old midfielder Jeremy Monga from Leicester City, beating competition from eight other clubs including Manchester United and Manchester City. Monga, who previously became the second youngest player to appear in a Premier League match, is expected to command a fee exceeding £10 million, potentially setting a record for an English third‑division player. His contract with Leicester activates on his 17th birthday (July 10), and a tribunal may be required to determine the final fee. Arsenal view the signing as a way to add depth on the flanks and complete a trio of the youngest Premier League debutants.

The deal comes as Arsenal, champions of the 2025/26 Premier League and runners‑up in the 2026 Champions League, look to strengthen a squad that ended a 22‑year title drought. Leicester, facing a significant summer overhaul, are expected to see a number of players depart.