Who is US wonderkid Cavan Sullivan?
US wonderkid Cavan Sullivan, 14, signed a homegrown contract with MLS side Philadelphia Union. | Twitter
The homegrown contract is reportedly the biggest in MLS history. | Instagram
Sullivan, aged 14 years and 224 days, has become the fifth-youngest player to sign a first-team contract in MLS history. | Twitter
However, the highlight of the deal is that Cavan Sullivan will join Manchester City when he turns 18. | Instagram
In other words, Manchester City have beaten Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and PSG in a race to sign Sullivan.
Cavan Sullivan, who is German from his mother's side, is part of the Philadelphia Union since he was 10, but signed a professional contract with the club on Thursday. | Instagram
It remains undisclosed how much money Manchester City have shelled out for the attacking midfielder. | Twitter
Media reports claim that the deal also includes significant add-ons, along with a sell-on percentage for Philadelphia Union. | Instagram
However, there is a twist to the story. Although Sullivan can't feature for Manchester club till he turns 18, his German passport keeps doors open for the possibility of him representing City's sister clubs.
The City Football Group's multiple teams could find a place for him in the squad once he is 16. | Instagram