Athletic Bilbao's 17-year-old footballer Cristian Imga has attracted interest from 15 clubs competing in the UEFA Champions League.
As reported by İdman.Biz, citing Spanish newspaper AS, several Spanish clubs are among those monitoring the young talent. The growing interest prompted Athletic's sporting director, Mikel González, to accelerate negotiations over a new contract.
On November 8, the Basque club officially announced that Imga had signed a new deal running until June 2031. The agreement also includes an option for the club to extend his stay.
According to the report, the player's release clause will increase from approximately €70 million to €85 million during the final year of his contract, highlighting Athletic's determination to protect one of its most promising prospects.
Imga, who represents Spain at under-17 level, has already made his first-team debut under head coach Edin Terzić. He also scored in a Copa del Rey encounter against Prat.
The young footballer impressed at youth level last season, scoring eight goals in domestic league matches and adding two more in the UEFA Youth League.
With interest from some of Europe's leading clubs continuing to grow, Athletic Bilbao appear determined to keep the talented youngster at San Mamés for the foreseeable future.
