Foden rejects offers from Barcelona and Milan

The English player has chosen to stay at Manchester City

Mario Roldán Martínez | 22 Jul 2026 | 18.30
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Foden has chosen to stay at Manchester City / Getty Images
Foden has chosen to stay at Manchester City / Getty Images

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Phil Foden, a 26-year-old midfielder, has extended his contract with Manchester City until June 2030, with an option for an additional season. The deal, confirmed on July 22nd, puts an end to any possibility of his departure this summer and distances the interest of Barcelona, which had been following his situation after Pep Guardiola left the Citizens' bench.

The new agreement comes while the player still had a year left on his contract. The renewal strengthens the English club's commitment to one of its academy players and confirms that he will continue to be an important piece in the project now led by Enzo Maresca.

Phil Foden rules out Barcelona after extending his contract

Phil Foden's continuity represents a setback for Barcelona, which had been linked to the English international in various market rumors in recent months. Guardiola's departure fueled speculation about a possible change of cycle at Manchester City, although the player has chosen to extend his commitment to his lifelong club.

The new contract also dismisses reports of interest from Milan. Neither of the two clubs will be able to negotiate his incorporation this summer after City secured one of their longest-serving players.

Foden joined the club's academy at 9 years old and made his first-team debut in 2017. Since then, he has amassed over 400 official matches, 131 goals, and a trophy cabinet that includes six Premier League titles, a Champions League, and several domestic cups.

Manchester City embarks on a new era without Guardiola

Phil Foden's renewal also signals stability for Manchester City in its first season after Guardiola's departure. The club has decided to secure the continuity of one of its references before the start of the new campaign.

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In his initial statements after signing, the English international reiterated that the team's goal remains to compete for all titles and highlighted the ambition he has perceived during preseason training. This aligns with the discourse of the new coaching staff and the club's sports planning.

Last season, Phil Foden played 50 matches, with 10 goals and 7 assists, figures that City hopes to improve in the upcoming campaign despite a year marked by injuries and a loss of prominence in certain stretches of the season.

The next step will be the official start of the season with Manchester City, while Barcelona will need to focus its search for offensive reinforcements on other targets. With the extension until 2030 and an option for an additional year, Phil Foden is off the market and will continue to lead the English club's new project.

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