France Youth Midfielder Tyrese Noubissie Shuns Manchester United Interest for Strasbourg
Strasbourg are set to sign highly-rated French youngster Tyrese Noubissie, who has opted to leave Manchester City's academy after two seasons. The midfielder, who captains the French under-16 national team, has caught the attention of several top European clubs, including Manchester United, Ajax, and Bayer Leverkusen. However, Noubissie has chosen to sign his first professional contract with Strasbourg, reportedly due to a clearer path to senior action with the club owned by Chelsea's BlueCo.
Key Takeaways:
- Tyrese Noubissie is set to sign his first professional contract with Strasbourg after two seasons in Manchester City's academy.
- The French midfielder captains the under-16 national team and has had approaches from Manchester United, Ajax, and Bayer Leverkusen.
- Noubissie arrived at Manchester City in the summer of 2023 for approximately £850,000 from Leicester.
- He confirmed he would be leaving Manchester City earlier this week, stating that he is ready for a new challenge and grateful for his time at the club.
- Noubissie thanks Manchester City for the opportunity to grow as a player and a person during his time at the club.
- Strasbourg will play in the UEFA Conference League this season, despite finishing seventh in Ligue 1 under new manager Liam Rosenior.
- The club's ownership by BlueCo has raised concerns among fans, with some fearing that they will become a feeder club for Chelsea.
- Noubissie will reportedly join the senior team at Strasbourg, with the club offering a clearer path to first-team football.
Statistics:
- £850,000: The amount Manchester City paid to sign Tyrese Noubissie from Leicester in the summer of 2023.
- 7th place: Strasbourg finished in their first season under manager Liam Rosenior, just three points off the Champions League places.
- 2 seasons: The amount of time Tyrese Noubissie spent in Manchester City's academy before signing with Strasbourg.
- 16: The age group that Tyrese Noubissie captains in the French national team.
Sources:
- L'Equipe (French newspaper)
- Manchester City F.C. (official statement from Tyrese Noubissie)
- Daily Record (article on Tyrese Noubissie's move to Strasbourg)