David Eze: Man United plotting raid for Man City wonderkid | OneFootball

Manchester United are plotting a raid on their noisy neighbours in the blue half of the city for 16-year-old wonderkid David Eze, according to a new report.

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Widely seen as one of the brightest talents in Manchester City’s academy, Eze is a rising star who appears destined for the top of English football.

He is already drawing plaudits for his complete skillset, as he is capable of dictating play from deep as well as venturing forward to be decisive in the final third.

The under-16 England international, who has captained the Three Lions at that age group, was born in Ireland and the Irish FA are understood to be chasing his allegiance.

It is a similar story at club level, with Football Insider revealing Old Trafford scouts have been “impressed” by his performances.

Sources confirm Eze is “very highly regarded at the Etihad” and the Citizens would be loath to lose such a talent, particularly to their local rivals.

But the youngster will “not be eligible to sign a professional contract” with City until he turns 17 next year, which affords United the chance to strike with their own offer.

United ready to strike

Football Insider claims United are “placing increased focus on academy signings”, referencing efforts to sign Crystal Palace’s highly-rated 15-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Benetton last month.

The Red Devils are also understood to be on the hunt for Jeremy Monga, with sporting director Jason Wilcox having held talks with Leicester City over their 16-year-old wing wizard.

United have previously raided Arsenal for Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven, with the Danish striker and English centre-back having both already featured for the first team.

A swoop for one of City’s premier prospects would be the most ambitious move yet, however, with United said to be hoping to “capitalise on uncertainty at Man City to lure him across Manchester”.

If Eze were to arrive at Old Trafford, he could form a tantalising partnership with JJ Gabriel – fresh from being crowned the U18 PL Player of the Season – at the heart of Darren Fletcher’s side.

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