Report: Phil Foden poised to ink four-year extension with Manchester City

Since emerging from the Manchester City youth setup at only 17, Foden has claimed six Premier League crowns, a Champions League trophy, two FA Cups, plus five EFL Cups.

Even amid such notable accomplishments, the England midfielder has lost his spot in the squad under Pep Guardiola this campaign, with the boss opting instead for Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo to enhance the offensive options.

Fodens most recent Premier League start occurred during the 2-2 draw at home versus Nottingham Forest on March 4th, amid ongoing challenges to secure playing time for a City team whose Premier League aspirations suffered from a 3-3 stalemate against Everton on Monday evening.

That said, Sky Sports and the BBC indicate that Foden has finalised an agreement in principle for a fresh four-year pact, marking a significant milestone for the 25-year-old who attracted transfer speculation ahead of the summer window.

The Guardian suggests the arrangement features an optional extra 12 months, underscoring the trust placed in him by Guardiola and the clubs leadership.

Additional sources note that the playmaker brought on board Erling Haalands representative, Rafaela Pimenta, to handle the talks for this extension, valid through at least June 2030.