"A fierce transfer battle is brewing in Manchester as City and United both race to secure the signature of Burkina Faso's teenage sensation Mohamed Zongo, one of the breakout stars of the 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup. According to Africa Foot, both clubs have already held formal talks with the Tenakourou Academy, the Ouagadougou-based institution that has nurtured one of Africa's most promising young talents."
"A naturally gifted attacking midfielder, he has shown maturity beyond his years and some of the best clubs in the world are taking notice of his talent and potential. Man City looking to continue investment in youth Both Man City and Man United see Zongo as a generational talent. For City, the move matches with their long-term youth recruitment strategy, which has seen the club invest heavily in emerging prospects worldwide."
"On the other hand, United's new football structure under Ruben Amorim and sporting director Christopher Vivell has made youth integration a cornerstone of their rebuild. Negotiations between the Tenakourou Academy and both Manchester clubs are still at an early stage, but insiders suggest that Zongo's camp is leaning toward a project that guarantees clear development pathways rather than immediate stardom."
Manchester City and Manchester United are competing to sign 15-year-old Mohamed Zongo, a breakout star of the 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup. Both clubs have held formal talks with the Tenakourou Academy in Ouagadougou, which developed Zongo. Zongo is a naturally gifted attacking midfielder who has shown maturity beyond his years and captured global attention with dazzling tournament performances. City views him as a priority under its long-term youth recruitment and global scouting strategy. United's new football structure under Ruben Amorim and sporting director Christopher Vivell emphasizes youth integration. Negotiations remain at an early stage, with Zongo's camp favoring clear development pathways and the academy remaining cautious while assessing ideal environments for his on- and off-pitch growth.
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