Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move for a Championship starlet, but they are not the front-runners for his signature.
According to reports, Tottenham’s transfer policy has shifted over recent months, with the club now prioritising signing proven and established players.
However, that does not mean that Spurs are not continuing to scour the market for uncut gems, as we saw with their permanent signing of Mathys Tel and their acquisition of Kota Takai in the summer.
It has now emerged that the Lilywhites are turning their attention to a 16-year-old who is winning admirers with his displays in the Championship.
Tottenham are battling several clubs for Leicester City winger
According to TBR Football, Leicester City youngster Jeremy Monga is now on the radar of several top-flight sides, including Tottenham.
Despite being just 16 years of age, he has made 11 appearances in the Championship for the Foxes this season, scoring once and assisting once.
Tottenham Hotspur have been joined in the race for Monga by Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United and Newcastle, who are all monitoring his performances closely.
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It is revealed that City are currently the front-runners to land the England Under-19 international, who cannot be prevented from leaving by Leicester as he is not eligible to sign a professional contract until he turns 17 next June.
January move on the cards for ‘generational’ Jeremy Monga
TBR Football spoke to expert Graeme Bailey, who revealed that industry experts view the teenager as one of the best young talents in his age group.
The journalist suggested that a January departure from the King Power Stadium looks increasingly likely for Monga.
Bailey said: “Monga is a generational talent. At just 16, he already has more first-team appearances than players like Rio Ngumoh and Max Dowman, who have made huge impacts in the Premier League this season.
“But let’s not forget, Monga has already played in the Premier League and previously turned down approaches before signing his scholarship. Interest remains high, and there is a belief that by January, he could be ready to make a move.
“Leicester are hoping that giving him regular first-team opportunities will convince him to stay until the summer, when he can sign a professional deal. At that point, the club could either sell him or at least secure a fee, rather than risk losing him for minimal compensation.”