MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Winger Phil Foden still has a role to play for Manchester City this season, manager Pep Guardiola said, adding that the 22-year-old is the team's 'diamond'.
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Arsenal v Manchester City - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - February 15, 2023 Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates their third goal scored by Erling Braut Haaland Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs
Foden has struggled with an ankle injury he sustained while playing for England at the World Cup in Qatar and has had limited game time for City due to the form of fellow wingers Jack Grealish and Riyad Mahrez. "If you intend to say I don't trust Phil, forget about it. Phil is our diamond," Guardiola told reporters on Friday."I want Phil to push them and of course, Phil can play in the middle, in a position more central.
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