Cruz Ibeh, a 17-year-old English striker for Middlesbrough, is the subject of significant interest from several Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City. Chelsea and Arsenal are making a strong effort to sign the forward, while Liverpool and Manchester City are observing the situation. Middlesbrough is aware of the increasing interest but is confident the club can persuade Ibeh to stay. Middlesbrough considers him a potential first-team regular within the next two seasons. The teenager signed his first professional contract in November and made his senior debut in January. In the 2025/2026 U18 Premier League season, Ibeh has recorded 2 goals and 3 assists in 10 appearances.