Manchester United remain confident of signing Leicester City midfielder Louis Page in January, according to TEAMtalk, despite growing competition from Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and several European clubs.

United came close to signing the 18-year-old in the summer, but Leicester refused to let their England youth international leave. The Foxes are reportedly willing to sell in January, provided two conditions are met.

Any interested club must offer a package worth close to £15 million and agree to loan Page back to Leicester for the rest of the season. A substantial part of the fee could be spread across future payments.

United's interest reflects Page's rapid development and the comparisons he has attracted with Jude Bellingham.

Why United Still Want Louis Page

Page has been described as the next Jude Bellingham, a comparison based on his physical profile, midfield versatility and ability to drive forward with the ball. The 18-year-old is a left-footed midfielder who can play centrally and contribute in attacking areas.

Standing at around six feet tall, he combines physical strength with the technical ability to escape pressure, carry possession and make late runs into the penalty area.

His progress has earned recognition within English football. Page was named EFL Championship Apprentice of the Season, reflecting his development at Leicester and growing reputation as one of the country's promising young midfielders.

Page has also become a regular in Leicester's midfield, recording three assists in 12 League One appearances this season.

He impressed again in Leicester's 4-2 FA Cup victory over Oxford City on 6 November. Page opened the scoring with a powerful effort from around 25 yards and provided two assists to help Leicester reach the next round.

Manager Russell Martin praised his contribution, admitting he had initially been ready to criticise the midfielder for taking the shot.

“Today, he's absolutely walloped it, and I was about to have a go at him for shooting it, but it flew in! I'm pleased for him. Honestly, I love working with him,” Martin said.

The Bellingham comparison does not guarantee Page will reach the same level. His technical ability, physical attributes, and early senior experience help explain why bigger clubs are watching him.

Leicester's £15m Conditions Could Decide The Transfer Race

United's confidence is understandable, having already pursued Page in the summer. Leicester are in a strong negotiating position, though, as the midfielder signed a professional contract in September 2025 that runs until 2029.

TEAMtalk reports that the Foxes want a package worth close to £15 million, with the initial payment expected to account for less than a third of the total fee. They also want Page to remain at Leicester on loan until the end of the 2026-27 season.

The loan-back arrangement could suit United. They would secure Page's long-term future while allowing him to gain more senior experience at Leicester. Competition is a bigger concern.

Reports say that Manchester City have entered the race, while Arsenal and Chelsea have watched the midfielder in recent weeks. Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Brighton and Brentford have also made enquiries.

Borussia Dortmund, Real Madrid and Barcelona are also monitoring his development. Leicester therefore have several potential suitors, making it harder for United to negotiate favourable terms.

Page remains an attractive prospect for United, but he is still developing and would need time to establish himself at the highest level. Leicester want a fee that reflects his potential without losing him during an important stage of their season.

United remain confident of completing the deal, but they will have to meet both conditions to have a chance of signing him. With several clubs watching closely, Page could become one of the more closely followed young players in the January transfer window.