Overview
- Foden’s brace, including a stoppage‑time winner against Leeds, lifted his season total to six goals and underlined his renewed form after last season’s burnout.
- Guardiola aligned with England manager Thomas Tuchel that Foden is most effective in central roles, though he noted the player’s readiness to operate wide when required.
- The City manager said he hopes Foden spends his entire career at the club but disclosed he has no information on negotiations, with local reporting noting about 18 months left on the deal and no agreement thought to be close.
- Foden described himself as more mature and an on‑pitch leader this season; Guardiola said a future place in the captaincy group depends on Foden and praised his responsibility in games.
- After the Leeds win, Foden warned that performances must improve or “we’re going to lose the league,” as City look to sustain their title push.