Manchester City are reportedly one of many clubs interested in West Ham United sensation Divin Mubama.
The 16-year-old striker is regarded highly at the London club, where he is seen as a potential first-team star of the future.
Mubama has risen through the youth ranks at West Ham. He has been sidelined by injury this season but has an outstanding record in youth-team football. The youngster really caught the eye during the 2020-21 season. In 22 appearances in the Under-18 Premier League, the forward scored 10 goals including a hat-trick against Reading in April.
The young striker also scored in an FA Youth Cup defeat to Arsenal‘s youth team last season. His performances at that level are thought to have peaked the interest of many top clubs.
City to face competition for West Ham man?
According to Football Insider, Manchester City are keeping tabs on Mubama after being impressed by the promise he has shown for club and country. However, the Premier League champions will face competition for the teenager’s signature.
The report adds that West Ham hope to tie down the England Under-17 forward to a professional contract when he turns 17 next month. Mubama is currently on a scholarship deal. But, talks have been held on tying him down to pro terms at the first opportunity. The Hammers are convinced that he can make a name for himself in the top flight.
Mubama has scored for England at Under-15 and Under-16 level. He made his first appearance of the 2021-22 Under-18 Premier League season in a 3-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
Mubama is among a host of exciting young talent at West Ham. Club coaches believe they are capable of establishing themselves in the Premier League in the future.
The Irons also have big plans for England Under-18 duo Jacob Knightbridge and Sonny Perkins, as well as Regan Clayton and Freddie Potts.
They intend to promote them into the Under-23s and provide a pathway into the first team.
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