Manchester City have confirmed that Phil Foden has agreed to a fresh, long‑term deal with the club, extending his stay at the Etihad until 2030. The 26‑year‑old, whose previous contract was due to run out in the summer of next year, signed the new terms amid much fanfare and a heartfelt interview that was released on the club’s official media platforms. In the interview, Foden expressed how much the commitment meant to him.
"Signing a new contract with City is everything to me," he said. "Playing for this side has always been my ultimate ambition and it remains an honour to wear the sky‑blue shirt every day." He went on to acknowledge the historic era he has been part of, noting that the club’s recent haul of trophies has been a privilege.
"I’m fully aware how fortunate I’ve been to be involved in such a successful period, with so many titles collected, but we never rest. We always look ahead and keep chasing more silverware," he added. Foden thanked the organisation, the coaching staff, his teammates and the supporters for their continued belief in him.
"I can only express my gratitude to the club, the staff, my fellow players and the fans who keep trusting me. I will always give my all for City, and I hope I can repay that faith for many years to come," he said.
He also spoke about his excitement at the prospect of working again with Enzo Maresca, the former assistant who helped guide the team through the treble‑winning season. "I can’t wait to link up with Enzo again. He was brilliant during the treble season – a figure the squad respected and loved. Having him back is incredibly exciting," Foden enthused.
Reflecting on his development, the midfielder highlighted how much he has grown under the tutelage of the coaching team and alongside a world‑class group of players. "Personally, I know I’ve improved enormously thanks to our coaches and the elite squad around me.
As the legends who were there when I broke through move on, I’m eager for the next chapter of my career at this fantastic club," he concluded. Since his debut in a Champions League match against Feyenoord on 21 November 2017, Foden has amassed 369 first‑team appearances and netted 110 goals for City. In the 2025/26 campaign alone he featured in 50 games, scoring ten times and providing seven assists, underscoring his importance to the side. Alongside former teammates John Stones and Bernardo Silva—both of whom departed the Etihad this summer—Foden stands as the most decorated player in Manchester City’s history.
His trophy cabinet includes twenty major honours: six Premier League crowns, one UEFA Champions League title, three FA Cups, five League Cups, a UEFA Super Cup, a FIFA Club World Cup and three Community Shields. Sky Sports analyst Laura Hunter offered a nuanced perspective on the signing. She described Foden’s recent trajectory as a "curious case": once heralded as a prodigious talent, he has recently found himself on the periphery of England’s senior squad, missing out on the Euro 2024 group selection—a decision that, while expected, was still disappointing for the player and fans alike.
Hunter noted that England had built its Euro ambitions around Foden, yet his performances this season have been inconsistent, with flashes of brilliance interspersed with periods of under‑achievement. Pep Guardiola, who had to intervene on several occasions last season, reiterated his belief in Foden’s quality, calling him a "top, top player," but also admitted that the midfielder was no longer automatically trusted for the biggest fixtures.
Against this backdrop, the timing of the new contract may appear puzzling. However, Hunter argued there is strategic logic: with Bernardo Silva’s departure creating a sizeable void in midfield and Guardiola’s own exit from the club, City needed a player who embodies the club’s identity, possesses a deep connection to Manchester and can act as a stabilising presence.
Foden fits that mould, and his renewed commitment signals the club’s belief that his best years lie ahead. The next phase will see Enzo Maresca, now head coach, tasked with unlocking the full extent of Foden’s abilities. Maresca worked closely with the midfielder during the treble season and is well‑placed to harness his creativity, vision and work‑rate. The contract, extending to 2030, is therefore a calculated gamble: City are betting that the coming years will represent Foden’s peak, and that his development under Maresca will translate into sustained success on the pitch.
Beyond the on‑field narrative, the announcement was accompanied by a series of transfer rumours and market movements, including potential signings and departures across the Premier League, illustrating the broader context in which City operate. Names such as Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest, £116m), Jeremy Monga (Leicester City, £10m) and various other players were listed, underscoring the fluid nature of squad building. In summary, Phil Foden’s new contract is more than a simple renewal; it is a statement of intent from both player and club. It reflects a mutual commitment to continue chasing excellence, to nurture home‑grown talent, and to maintain Manchester City’s position at the summit of English and European football for years to come.