'We were saying he was going to be the best English player': Carragher questions whether Phil Foden fits in Guardiola’s plans

Jamie Carragher has questioned whether Phil Foden really fits into Pep Guardiola's plans at Manchester City. Foden, who made his debut at 17 in 2017, is considered one of England's top talents.

At 23, he's already achieved a lot, including winning multiple league titles and cups with City. He's played for England 25 times and was part of the squads for Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup.

As the new season approaches, Carragher is asking if Foden truly fits Guardiola's vision for the team.

Speaking on The Overlap, Carragher said: "Phil Foden is not young anymore. Three or four years ago, we were saying he was going to be the best English player."

"It almost feels like Jude Bellingham has become that player, where he's the one we build this England team around. Foden can't quite get in the England team and can't get in the Manchester City team."

"Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez have left, and they're playing in the Community Shield a week before the season begins, and he still can't get in the starting XI."

"We all know how good he is – what is it that's stopping him? Pep played Alvaréz behind Haaland – that's a position where Foden could play, but he still doesn't play him."