Xavier Parker has agreed a new long-term contract with Manchester City.
Liverpool and Manchester United were among a host of leading clubs keen to secure the 16-year-old midfielder, widely considered one of Europe’s best emerging talents, when his previous terms at City expired this summer.
However, the youngest player on the senior side’s pre-season tour to Asia who has continued to train with the first-team squad since, is now set to commit his future to City.
Parker will sign scholarship terms before moving to a full professional contract upon his 17th birthday.
Parker impressed recently-appointed head coach Enzo Maresca in recent weeks and was himself taken aback not only by the Italian’s knowledge of his profile but the individual presentation given to keep him at the Etihad Stadium.
The midfielder is expected to feature for under-21 team this campaign and make his senior first-team debut.
Parker played a key role in City retaining the Under-18 Premier League North title alongside winning FA Youth Cup last season, scoring six goals and registering seven assists across 21 appearances.
Born in London, Parker joined City in 2024 after excelling in West Ham United’s academy.
