Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Thursday. The deal ensures the 24-year-old remains at the Etihad Stadium until at least 2031.
Since joining from French club Rennes in 2023, Doku has developed into one of the most dynamic forwards in the Premier League. He has recorded 22 goals and 34 assists in 131 appearances, helping the club secure the Premier League, Club World Cup, FA Cup, and League Cup. The Belgian international has also earned 48 caps and represented his country at the recent World Cup.
The extension provides a major boost for new City manager Enzo Maresca ahead of the Premier League campaign, which begins on August 21. Maresca has replaced Pep Guardiola, and Doku noted that the Italian’s tactical approach was instrumental in his decision to commit his long-term future.
“I have loved my time at City so far, so to have the opportunity to stay for longer is a fantastic feeling,” Doku said. “This club means so much to me; I have developed as both a player and a person. With Enzo here now, I am really excited about the new season. His style of football is the kind we love, so that’s exciting for the players.”
City director of football Hugo Viana praised the winger’s progression, stating, “Jeremy is a huge talent whose improvement since joining us in 2023 is clear for all to see. He has a special dynamic and the right characteristics for what we are looking for in a winger. He really does bring a special quality to our team.”
Viana concluded by emphasizing the club’s confidence in the player’s trajectory: “He deserves this new deal, and I know he will continue his improvement in the coming months and years.”
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