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Mfuni joins Coventry City on season-long loan from Manchester City

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Mfuni joins Coventry City on season-long loan from Manchester City

Summary

Stephen Mfuni has officially joined Coventry City of the Premier League on a season-long loan. The 18-year-old defender, who has been with Manchester City since age nine, aims to gain further senior experience with the newly-promoted club this season. Mfuni spent part of last season on loan with Watford, where he made eight appearances. His track record includes a debut for Manchester City's senior team and contributions to their success in youth competitions.

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Status Watch

•Mfuni is an England youth international.
•He scored in City's FA Youth Cup final in 2024.
•He made his senior debut for City in January 2026.
•Coventry City aims to strengthen their defense with Mfuni.
•This will be Mfuni's second loan spell after Watford.

Latest Updates

12:26 PMYahoo Sports — 'I feel blessed to be here' - Mfuni
11:55 AMBBC Sport — Coventry sign Mfuni on loan from Man City
11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Mfuni makes Coventry loan switch

What they're saying

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Stephen Mfuni says he is "looking forward" to playing for Coventry City after joining on a season-long loan deal from Manchester City. The 18-year-old defender has appeared once for his parent club, making his senior debut as a substitute in last season's 10-1 win against Exeter City in the FA Cup. "I feel blessed to be here, it's exciting," said Mfuni.
— Yahoo Sports

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Stephen Mfuni has joined Premier League side Coventry City on a season-long loan. Men's Team City’s Champions League - League Phase fixtures confirmed The Elite Development Squad defender will repre...
— Yahoo Sports