Central MidfieldFrance16 years oldPlays for FC Metz
Believe Munongo was born on 23 November 2009 in Metz and operates as a central midfielder for FC Metz. He measures 191 cm, uses both feet, and is of Congolese descent through his parents. The French youth international featured at the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup and signed his first professional contract in July 2026.
Foot Mercato noted his physical attributes and recovery ability, plus the capacity to slow the tempo and initiate transitions. He wins balls back effectively and takes initiatives offensively, breaking lines. Benoît Tavenot called him « un gros talent avec une mentalité de haut niveau » in January. His profile also lists defensive midfield and centre-back as alternative positions.
Munongo joined the academy in 2018 after CO Metz Bellecroix and UL Plantières. He moved from the youth setup to U17 in January 2024, to U19 in January 2025, and to the senior squad in the first month of 2026. Last season he recorded 11 Ligue 1 appearances with five starts, including matches at Angers, Auxerre, Brest, Lens, and Nice. On 25 January 2026 he became the youngest player to feature for the club since Opta records began in 1947, against Lyon.
European clubs have shown interest, according to local reports. He is tied to the club until June 2029.
SportsBoom first reported on 9 July that both clubs sent enquiries. EPL Index repeated it on 10 July, citing SportsBoom, and added that Metz value him at €10-12m.
Arsenal and Newcastle United are both targeting Believe Munongo, a central midfielder at FC Metz, per SportsBoom (9 Jul), which says both clubs have submitted official enquiries and that Newcastle urgently needs…