Manchester City announce the signing of top Englishman (photo)

- Manchester City have signed Englishman Jack Harrison from New York City FC

- But the Citizens immediately loaned the 21-year-old to Championship side Middlesbrough

Current Premier League leaders Manchester City have signed Englishman Jack Harrison from New York City FC, but the Citizens immediately loaned the 21-year-old player to Championship side Middlesbrough.

Harrison became one of the most exciting talents in the US and caught the eye of City scouts during two impressive campaigns with their affiliate club NYC.

He was born in Stoke and spent time with both Liverpool and Manchester United's academies before heading to the States aged 14.

Harrison's performances were recognized at international level when he was handed a England U21 debut in October 2017.

Jack Harrison completes move to Man City from New York (photo: Sun)

Championship side Middlesbrough have also confirmed that Jack Harrison has joined them, and he will be at the club till the end of the ongoing season.

Earlier, NAIJ.com had reported how Premier League leaders Manchester City signed French defender Aymeric Laporte from Athletic Bilbao for a reported fee of £57m.

The 23-year-old Laporte is regarded as one of the most promising young defenders in Europe and will wear the number 14 shirt for the Citizens.

Laporte is a left-footed defender, known for his calmness, strength and passing ability.

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