Phil Foden has reportedly made a definitive decision on his future at Manchester City, despite drawing significant interest from rival clubs across Europe.
Although the England international has experienced a dip in form recently, he is poised to commit his peak years to the Etihad Stadium by agreeing to a lucrative new contract. City are closing in on finalizing a long-term extension for Foden, effectively ending the hopes of several Premier League and European giants monitoring his situation.
The 25-year-old’s current deal was entering its final year, creating a potential opportunity for rival sides to lure the academy graduate away from his boyhood club. However, Foden has chosen to remain at City, with an agreement in principle now in place to extend his stay until 2030. The new contract also includes an option for an additional 12 months, which would keep the playmaker at the club until he is 31. Despite overseas interest, the Stockport-born midfielder has stayed committed to continuing his journey under the City hierarchy.
The uncertainty around Foden’s future was heightened by a challenging spell during the 2025-26 campaign. He has struggled for output recently, registering just one goal contribution in his last 25 appearances, with his last goal coming against Crystal Palace in mid-December—a stat that led some to wonder if a change of scenery might be on the cards.
“If there was any indication that Phil Foden was not planning to sign a new contract at Man City, there would have been a number of clubs at home and abroad who would have been interested in the England international,” Football Insider explained. “It was always going to be the case that both parties were happy to continue their relationship together. Foden is a City boy through and through.”
Despite his statistical slump, Pep Guardiola and the City staff remain fully convinced that Foden is the cornerstone of the club’s next era. With senior figures like Bernardo Silva and John Stones expected to leave this summer, securing Foden’s future was seen as a non-negotiable priority for the sporting department to maintain squad continuity.
“Maybe he has had a bit of a dip in form this season, but City are still fully behind him and counting on him for their long-term future as well, that’s why they’re gonna give him this new contract until 2030 with an option of another year,” Football Insider added. “He’s got a big role to play for City and they would have been loath to see one of their own academy products move on to another club, so they’ll be happy now that they’ve agreed this new contract in principle.”
While Foden’s future appears settled, the same cannot be said for midfield anchor Rodri. The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner has endured an injury-ravaged season, making only 16 Premier League starts, and has just one year remaining on his current deal. Speculation is growing that the Spaniard could be part of a wider midfield overhaul alongside the departing Silva. Rodri has previously expressed admiration for certain projects, admitting he would find it hard to turn down a move to Real Madrid if the opportunity arose. With talks over a contract extension yet to begin, City face the real possibility of losing their midfield general at the same time they celebrate Foden’s renewed commitment.
