Arsenal and Newcastle United pursue Believe Munongo this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Arsenal and Newcastle United are in competition for Metz midfielder Believe Munongo. Both Premier League clubs have made formal enquiries for the 16-year-old talent, who has attracted attention after representing France at youth levels and playing in Ligue 1. Munongo has proven to be a key player in Metz's setup and captained France's youth team during the recent Euro U-17 Championships. Meanwhile, Metz aims to retain Munongo despite interest from multiple teams in Europe. His contract situation adds another layer, as he has less than a year remaining on his current deal, which may prompt negotiations as interest heats up.
- •Arsenal and Newcastle have made official enquiries for Believe Munongo.
- •Munongo is regarded as one of France's promising young midfielders.
- •He participated in 11 Ligue 1 matches last season for Metz.
- •Metz is keen to hold on to Munongo as clubs express interest.
- •His contract expires in less than a year, impacting potential negotiations.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Arsenal set to battle Newcastle United in the race for midfielder
"Arsenal Transfer News: Believe Munongo Emerges as Hale End TargetArsenal have made an official enquiry for Metz midfielder Believe Munongo, with Newcastle United also moving for the highly-rated teena...
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