TEAMtalk confirmed that Manchester City was one of several clubs present at Stockport to watch Louis Page, an 18-year-old English central midfielder for Leicester City, and that the club continues to monitor his progress. Representatives from Liverpool, Everton, Newcastle United, and Sunderland were also present. Borussia Dortmund and Manchester United also sent scouts to the game. Manchester United believes it is in a strong position to sign the player, having almost secured a deal in the summer. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham have previously shown interest in the teenager. Page joined Leicester in July 2025, has 3 caps for England U19, is contracted until 2029, and has a Transfermarkt market value of €4.00m. It was reported that Manchester United had a bid of approximately €12 million rejected in August 2026. Further reports in September 2026 indicated that Leicester's asking price had increased to a total package of up to €18 million.