Manchester City Tie Down Jérémy Doku Until 2031 as Belgian Star Embraces New Era Under Enzo Maresca

Manchester City have secured Jérémy Doku’s long-term future, with the Belgian winger signing a new contract that keeps him at the Etihad until the summer of 2031.

The new five-year agreement represents a major commitment from City to one of their most explosive attacking players and gives new manager Enzo Maresca another important piece to build around.

Doku Chooses to Stay

Doku joined City from Rennes in 2023 and has since developed into an important part of the squad.

The 24-year-old has made 131 appearances and scored 22 goals for the club, while also contributing to a trophy haul that includes the Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup, FIFA Club World Cup and Community Shield. �

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Now, rather than entering the final stages of his previous contract, Doku has committed himself to City until 2031.

That gives the club long-term security over a player whose pace, dribbling and ability to beat defenders one-on-one have become major parts of his game.

Doku Excited by Maresca Project

The timing of the new contract is particularly interesting.

Doku has signed his extension just as Enzo Maresca begins his Manchester City tenure, and the winger has already expressed excitement about working with the new manager.

He has watched City's pre-season matches and praised the attacking approach Maresca is introducing, particularly the demands being placed on the club's wide players.

That could make Doku an especially intriguing player to watch under the new boss.

A Different Role Could Be Coming

Doku has traditionally been most dangerous from the left wing, where his acceleration and close control allow him to attack defenders directly.

However, City have highlighted his versatility.

He has also operated on the right and in more central positions, giving Maresca several options when deciding how to use him. �

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If the new manager can maximise those qualities, Doku could become an even more influential figure.

City Protect Another Key Player

Doku's renewal is also part of a wider effort to secure the club's core.

Manchester City have been handing new long-term contracts to several important players as they begin another chapter following Pep Guardiola's departure.

For City, keeping Doku is particularly valuable because his profile is difficult to replace.

Explosive wingers capable of consistently creating something from one-on-one situations are among the most sought-after players in modern football.

Doku's Message to Pep

While looking ahead to Maresca's reign, Doku has also acknowledged the influence Guardiola had on his development.

The Belgian credited his former manager for the years they spent together and suggested that Guardiola's contribution played a role in helping him reach the point where he could sign another major contract with City. [�Manchester City]

Now, however, the next chapter belongs to Doku and Maresca.

The Next Challenge

A new contract brings security, but it also raises expectations.

Doku will be expected to turn his exciting flashes into greater consistency and produce more goals and assists as City attempt to challenge for major honours again.

The winger has already shown what he can do.

Now Maresca has the opportunity to take that game to another level.

Jérémy Doku is staying at Manchester City until 2031 — and the Belgian looks ready to become an important part of the club's new era.

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