Huge Trust Despite Dip: Manchester City Secures Star Player

Pulse Sports Team 12:24 - 05 May 2026

English footballer Phil Foden has verbally agreed to extend his contract with Manchester City. The 25-year-old winger, or attacking midfielder, is expected to sign a new deal with the club until summer 2030, which is also set to include an option for an additional season. His current contract expires at the end of next season.

City's move demonstrates strong faith in the academy graduate, who was crowned England's Player of the Year in the 2023/24 season as the Manchester club clinched the Premier League title. However, Foden has since experienced a dip in form and fitness.

This season, he has netted ten goals in 46 appearances across all competitions, yet he has featured for City in only five of their last 21 matches.

Given his limited playing time, his spot in the national squad for the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico is now in jeopardy. Foden has so far earned 49 caps for England, scoring four goals. This information was reported by DPA.