A new football dream is taking shape and it has Uganda talking.
Manchester City have officially moved to secure the future of teenage star Divine Mukasa, handing the highly rated midfielder a new long-term contract that will keep him at the English giants until 2030.
The announcement has sparked excitement among football fans, especially in Uganda, where Mukasa's name has been growing louder with every step of his remarkable rise.
At just 18 years old, Mukasa is no longer viewed as simply another academy prospect. The attacking midfielder has already broken into Manchester City's senior setup, making appearances for the first team and earning praise for his maturity, creativity, and confidence on the ball.
City's decision to hand him a deal running until 2030 sends a clear message: they see him as part of their future.
The youngster joined Manchester City in 2023 and quickly established himself as one of the club's brightest talents. His performances at youth level turned heads, while a recent spell gaining senior experience accelerated his development even further.
Speaking after signing the new contract, Mukasa said he was excited about what lies ahead and believes Manchester City remains the perfect environment for his growth.
But while Manchester City fans celebrate securing a future star, another conversation is gaining momentum thousands of miles away.
Uganda.
Mukasa is eligible to represent Uganda through his family heritage, and his continued rise is keeping hopes alive among Cranes supporters who would love to see him choose the Pearl of Africa on the international stage.
For now, there is no official decision regarding his senior international future.
Yet every new milestone only increases the excitement.
From academy football to the bright lights of Manchester City's first team, Divine Mukasa's journey is accelerating fast. And if his current trajectory continues, Uganda may soon be watching one of its most exciting football-linked talents compete on some of the biggest stages in world football.
The question now is simple:
Will the next chapter of Divine Mukasa's story be written in Manchester only or could Uganda one day become part of it too?