Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has reached an agreement in principle over a new four-year contract. The 25-year-old remains a central figure for the Premier League leaders, as reported by Sky Sports. The new arrangement replaces his previous deal and secures his long-term future at the Etihad Stadium.
Foden has progressed through the club's academy to become a senior international for England. He has won six Premier League titles since making his debut for the first team. The agreement follows a period of negotiations between the player's representatives and club officials, per The Athletic.
Manchester City sit at the top of the Premier League table as they pursue further domestic honours this season. Foden has contributed significantly to the club's recent success, featuring regularly in the starting line-up under the current management. The club expects to formalise the paperwork for the contract before the end of the current campaign, according to The Guardian.