Phil Foden - 2017/18 performances

[Gundogan's Moustache]

Fits the first team like a glove. Biggest compliment I can pay

 

[cadds92]

Whatever happens next season I think he will be playing men's football in the next 6 or so months somewhere.

He looked far too good for academy football going off last nights showing in my opinion.

 

[abu13]

If ever there was a case of justifying our academy it could be this guy, get him into the first team squad and get him on the bench as often as possible, he could come on in games where we have a comfortable lead and gain valuable experience. As he grows in the team then let him have some starts as well.

 

[NOID]

I was mightily impressed with how he just took it in his stride and played his usual game as if he was playing with kids his own age, Plus he was Always making himself available for his team mates to pass to more so than some of our seasoned players. Genuinely brought a smile to my face seeing him turn Herrera with such ease and ping off that shot. We have a genuine talent that looks like he wasn't phased by being in that game at all and I hope Pep keeps him around the first team for his sake and the clubs. Forget loaning him out and try and work with him in the squad. Also, him hearing Peps comments must have made him feel top of the world this morning and good on him.

 

[Neville Kneville]

If ever there was a case of justifying our academy it could be this guy, get him into the first team squad and get him on the bench as often as possible, he could come on in games where we have a comfortable lead and gain valuable experience. As he grows in the team then let him have some starts as well.

One or two media outlets, even Sky, jumping on this already. Great publicity for the academy.

 

[Blue warrior]

Old head on young shoulders he glides across the field and plays with his head up keeps it simple but he's super effective really pleased for him and the city academy.

 

[BlueMoonz1977]

Well done Phil...I hope you get to be part of the squad this season. recognition in the press as well : )

 

[BigOscar]

If the FA were serious about getting teams to bring through players then they'd add a couple of extra bench spots for club grown players under 21. Then you could comfortable have people like Foden on the bench in case the game situation allows them to get a chance, without it being a gamble.

 

[SebastianBlue]

Most encouraging six minutes I have spent on YouTube in quite some time.



I honestly think he has Iniesta-esque skill, vision, calmness under pressure and, most importantly, potential.

 

[RandomJ]

It's so exciting having such a talented local lad who has supported the team his whole life. I've watched him a few times and he always stood out for me and I'm so glad that he took his chance and showed everyone what he can do. I really think Pep is gonna keep him around this season, he really rates him.