Fabrizio Romano: Leeds United gem Finley Gorman signs Manchester City contract after three bids turned down

Leeds United youngster Finley Gorman has signed a contract at Manchester City, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The journalist reported via his personal X account on Sunday (24 December) that he turned down three bids from Premier League clubs to sign the deal.

Romano reported on X on Friday (22 December) that the 15-year-old attacker had passed his medical at Manchester City.

“Understand Finlay Gorman has signed the contract as new Manchester City player from Leeds United,” Romano wrote on X. “2008 born top talent turned down 3 bids from Premier League top clubs to join City.”

Exciting times

These are very exciting times for everyone involved in the deal, particularly for the player himself given what the future holds.

Manchester City can also be delighted that they have snapped up another talented youngster, with the Etihad club already boasting many top young players.

And finally, Leeds can also be proud of themselves for helping progress the teenager and getting him to a Premier League giant so early in his career.

But the hard work for Gorman will only just begin, with the youngster needing to prove himself at Manchester City in the coming years.

And if he does, the rewards will be lucrative, with Pep Guardiola proving he is not afraid to give young players plenty of chances to impress on the pitch.

The deal can also serve as inspiration for any other young talents at Elland Road, with a move to the big time certainly not impossible.

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