In response to interest from Europe, Etihad Stadium officials are intensifying their efforts to extend the contract of one of their best players. Over the next several weeks, Manchester City is anticipated to conduct a thorough evaluation of its first-team possibilities, which may include a look at academy prospects who are prepared to advance to senior men’s football.
This comes as Pep Guardiola’s team has struggled greatly this season for a variety of reasons, mostly related to injuries and fitness issues, and they are in danger of missing out on playing in the UEFA Champions League the following season.
According to transfer market analyst Fabrizio Romano, both Bayern Munich and Ajax have dispatched scouts this month to pursue Divine Mukasa, a highly regarded attacking midfield talent for Manchester City.
But Romano says Manchester City is also planning to extend the 17-year-old’s contract and keep him on staff because of the widespread belief at the Etihad Stadium that he has a bright future.
Man City gem Divine Mukasa attracting Bayern Munich interest
According to trade specialist Fabrizio Romano, both Ajax and Bayern Munich are showing interest in Man City’s Divine Mukasa. Although City hopes to keep Mukasa in Manchester, the two European powerhouses have been scouting the adolescent.
According to recent reports, Mukasa is a prospect that could surpass Nico O’Reilly, a defender who has been thriving under Guardiola in 2025. The 17-year-old has been likened to De Bruyne by The Secret Scout, while football scout Antonio Mango has called Mukasa a “game changer.”
According to Man City’s official website, Mukasa is a talented and imaginative midfielder who “adds an extra level of creativity to every side he plays in.” He is a player who thrives in tight spaces and is well capable of scoring and assisting goals.
If City retains him, the attacking midfielder could be the next to break into Guardiola’s first-team plans after contributing an incredible 42 goals in just 35 games at the youth level in 2024–2025.
