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Rico Lewis Signs New Five-Year Manchester City Contract With Option for Sixth Year

The 20-year-old academy product earns improved terms after 44 appearances last season.

Overview

  • Manchester City say the option could keep Lewis at the club to 2031, replacing a previous deal that ran to 2028.
  • The extension follows summer interest from Nottingham Forest, with the player reaffirming his desire to stay.
  • Lewis is three appearances short of 100 for City, has mostly featured at right-back and has stated a preference for midfield.
  • Manchester City mean everything to me,” Lewis said, calling the new agreement a special moment for him and his family.
  • Director of football Hugo Viana praised his talent and attitude, highlighting him as a standard-bearer for the club’s values.