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Phil Foden signs new contract with Manchester City until 2030
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Phil Foden signs new contract with Manchester City until 2030

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Phil Foden, 26, has extended his contract with Manchester City until 2030.
  • The homegrown midfielder has won 20 trophies with the club, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League.
  • Foden expressed excitement about working with new coach Enzo Maresca, whose possession-based style he believes suits his game.

Phil Foden, a lifelong Manchester City player, has committed his future to the club by signing a contract extension until 2030. The 26-year-old midfielder joined City as a nine-year-old and has become a pivotal figure, amassing 20 trophies since his 2017 first-team debut.

His impressive trophy cabinet includes six Premier League titles, five League Cups, three FA Cups, and the Champions League. Foden has made 369 appearances for the club, scoring 110 goals. He stated that playing for Manchester City is his lifelong ambition and he is honored to wear the club's jersey.

Playing for this club is all I have ever wanted to do and it is always an honor to wear the jersey.

โ€” Phil FodenFoden's statement to the club's official website after signing his contract extension.

Foden also voiced his enthusiasm for working with new manager Enzo Maresca, who was previously an assistant under Pep Guardiola. He believes Maresca's detailed, possession-oriented playing style aligns perfectly with his own game. Foden has also represented England 49 times, scoring four goals.

His attention to detail and possession-based style of play suits my game perfectly.

โ€” Phil FodenFoden's comments on working with new coach Enzo Maresca.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.