Manchester City have some of the best youngsters in world football within their ranks, whether that is in the youth ranks or in the first-team.
Pep Guardiola has tipped Savinho for superstardom provided if he becomes more productive and has the desire to score and assist goals consistently.
Manchester City believe Oscar Bobb is comparable to Cole Palmer in terms of his natural talent and the Chelsea midfielder has proven how gifted he is by becoming one of the Premier League’s best attackers.
In the near future, Pep Guardiola could benefit from City’s elite youth scouting.
Man City youngster Dante Headley has signed a contract extension
There is good news for Manchester City on the youth front as Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Dante Headley has penned a new contract.
Romano claimed that City consider Headley as an “elite talent” for the future.
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🔵✨ Manchester City talent Dante Headley has signed a long term deal with the club.
U17 player agreed to all conditions as Manchester City see Dante as an elite talent for the future. pic.twitter.com/q1UwQOLJj6
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 2, 2025
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The Englishman, who is just 16 years old is a right-back by trade, a position Manchester City want to strengthen by signing Tino Livramento for the senior side.
Who is Dante Headley?
Headley signed for Manchester City during his junior academy days.
As a result, being rewarded with a new contract would have been delightful news for the teenager.
Much like Rico Lewis, who could sign a new contract at Manchester City as well, Headley is capable of playing in midfield as well as across the defensive line.
Manchester City U-17 player Dante Headley during the Ajax Future Cup 2024
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Currently, the highly-rated youngster is a part of City’s U-18 side.
It seems like Manchester City envision Headley as a future first-team player, judging by how highly they rate him and his latest contract extension.