Matthew's phenomenal form had not gone unnoticed. Just 15 games into his debut season, he was already attracting attention from bigger clubs. The 16-year-old winger was in high demand, and the offers were flooding in.
Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea were among the top Premier League clubs vying for his signature. They were willing to pay a hefty transfer fee to secure his services, and the temptation was great.
But Matthew's age was a concern. At just 16, he was still a minor, and the clubs knew they had to tread carefully. They couldn't sign him permanently until he turned 18, but they could offer him a development contract and bring him into their youth academy.
The manager and the club's owners were delighted with the interest, but they were also cautious. They knew that Matthew was still just a kid, and they didn't want him to get overwhelmed by the attention.
