Incredibly promising baller Jeremy Monga is unquestionably the crown jewel of the Leicester City Football Club Academy. Standing as the most highly-rated youngster to emerge from the East Midlands set-up in living memory, if not its entire history.
The fervent anticipation surrounding this Coventry-born starlet has entirely defined his formative years and rapid development with the Foxes, as he matures into a legitimate global prospect. For well over a year, the Leicester faithful have keenly monitored Monga's progress, particularly after astute reporting by Rob Tanner and The Athletic initially highlighted his profound potential and preeminent lure to a wider audience.
The Blue Army was quickly enamoured by the then-15-year-old's immense technical ability. A sentiment only bolstered when the gifted winger was thrust into a remarkably early Premier League debut.
​A record-breaking goal during the previous EFL Championship campaign served as Monga's watershed moment, immediately placing the precocious talent on the radar of European football's most prestigious clubs if he wasn't prior. Drawing admiring glances from Manchester City, Liverpool.
That interest has since transcended domestic borders: Paris Saint-Germain and the storied ranks of Spanish giants Real Madrid have joined the chase. Yet Arsenal, currently enjoying the fruits of their patience under Mikel Arteta, appear to be leading the race to secure this prized signature upon an impending 17th birthday.
While a tribunal will (ostensibly) ultimately determine the compensation package, significant interest from global superpowers is expected to drive that valuation to truly substantial heights for Leicester. ​However, a move to North London carries distinct risks.
Leicester City's Jeremy Monga may be making significant mistake
Reports suggest Arteta may intend to integrate the youngster into the Under-21 squad, or younger, rather than offering immediate first-team opportunities. Consequently, remaining on Filbert Way could prove the more prudent developmental path for the next two years, allowing Monga to secure constant, testing experience before eventually transitioning to a heavyweight by age 19.
"...it’s unlikely the youngster would feature frequently for the Gunners’ first team in the short term. But McNicholas adds that Monga would be given the opportunity to train regularly with Mikel Arteta’s first team, allowing the manager to assess him."Daily Cannon via The Athletic
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