Manchester City are reportedly set to sign an exciting young talent from the Aston Villa academy. Midfielder Freddie Lawrie is expected to join City once his scholarship deal at Villa expires, according to The Athletic. The 16-year-old, who joined Villa from Port Vale in September 2023, is considered one of the brightest prospects in his age group.

Officials at Manchester City are set to continue their strong pursuit of bolstering youth ranks this summer by swooping in on a situation at Aston Villa.The prioritising of bringing in the next wave

Manchester City insisted they were not interested in Sverre Nypan in January, but appear to have changed their mind now.