Ten Hag tried to highjack Him from us but the player refused to be part of bottler”, Pep Guardiola laughing as Man City complete ‘marquee’ signing despite Man United offer to convince him
Manchester City has pulled off a stunning transfer coup, outmaneuvering three of their biggest Premier League rivals, including Liverpool and Arsenal, to sign highly-rated youngster Ryan McAidoo. The 16-year-old winger, who was instrumental in Chelsea’s U17 Premier League Cup victory, had been courted by several top clubs, but ultimately chose to join the reigning champions.
McAidoo’s decision to leave Chelsea’s academy sparked a frenzied scramble for his signature, with Arsenal initially considered the frontrunners. However, surprise reports suggested Liverpool might pip their rivals to the post, given McAidoo’s recent signing with the PLG football agency, managed by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s brother, Tyler.
Despite the intense competition, Manchester City emerged victorious, securing a deal that transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has hailed as a “marquee” signing. This coup is a significant boost to Pep Guardiola’s side, which has already strengthened its ranks with the addition of electric winger Savio.
However, the club’s joy might be short-lived, as they face the prospect of losing Julian Alvarez to either Atletico Madrid or PSG. The Argentine striker’s dissatisfaction with playing second fiddle to Erling Haaland has sparked interest from the two European giants, with Atleti preparing a €60m bid and PSG tabling a superior offer.
As the transfer window heats up, Manchester City’s ability to attract top talent, despite intense competition, underscores their status as a Premier League powerhouse. The signing of Ryan McAidoo is a testament to the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent and building for the future.
