Leicester City agree loan deal to sign Manchester City midfielder – New contract to be signed | OneFootball

Manchester City’s latest development plan for a rising talent within their youth ranks will involve Championship side Leicester City, it has been revealed.

Divine Mukasa has been viewed internally as one of the most technically gifted players to emerge from the Academy, thriving as a creative midfielder capable of operating between the lines or from wider attacking roles.

His development trajectory has already included first-team involvement on and off the pitch under Pep Guardiola in recent months, reinforcing belief that senior minutes elsewhere would accelerate his readiness for top-level football.

The 18-year-old arrived at City from West Ham in 2023 after excelling across multiple youth age groups in east London, and during the 2024/25 campaign, Mukasa was a central figure for the Sky Blues’ Under-18s while helping secure the Under-18 Premier League North title.

His rapid progress was reflected in first-team opportunities during pre-season and domestic cup action, including a senior debut in the Carabao Cup away at Huddersfield, where he provided an assist for Phil Foden.

Now, according to the information of Fabrizio Romano, Championship side Leicester City have now agreed a deal to sign Manchester City’s Mukasa on an initial loan agreement.

As part of the latest step in Divine Mukasa’s ever-rising career, the report reveals that the 18-year-old will also sign new deal at the Etihad Stadium before leaving on loan.

The decision to extend Mukasa’s contract before sanctioning a temporary exit mirrors a familiar strategy used by Manchester City in recent seasons, protecting long-term value while ensuring the player continues to develop in a competitive environment.

Leicester City, targeting a return to the Premier League in the near future but currently languishing in 16th position, are expected to offer Divine Mukasa regular minutes in a high-pressure Championship campaign.

The loan will no doubt be closely monitored, with Mukasa viewed as a genuine first-team option in the medium term, rather than a talent earmarked for a permanent exit and a revenue generator from the City Football Academy.

Should the midfielder impress at the King Power Stadium in the final months of the campaign, the 2026/27 season could see him even further integrated into Pep Guardiola’s senior squad, while strong performances may also attract wider interest across Europe.