‘Special talent’… Phil Foden says £88m player Man City wanted to sign in the summer with is simply too good

Redaction Simon Brett with James Thompson
Published on 2024-02-09 18:30:00

Phil Foden has expressed his admiration for Jude Bellingham, who was formerly a transfer target for Manchester City. The talented midfielder joined Real Madrid in a deal worth over £88m last summer, after being linked with City and a few other clubs. Bellingham has not only become a regular in the England team but has also received significant praise from one of City’s England internationals.

Foden spoke highly of Bellingham in a recent interview with Joe Cole on TNT Sports’ YouTube channel. He described Bellingham as a “special talent” and expressed amazement at how “developed” he is at such a young age, emphasizing that Bellingham seemed like a “complete player” right from the start. Foden also expressed his hope of playing alongside Bellingham and winning things for England.

During his time at Borussia Dortmund, Bellingham made 132 appearances, scoring 24 goals and providing 25 assists. Since joining Real Madrid, he has scored 18 goals and delivered 8 assists in just 28 games across all competitions. Bellingham’s performances in La Liga have earned him a strong season rating of 7.84/10 from WhoScored, making him the highest-rated player in the division.

Foden’s praise for Bellingham and his excitement at the prospect of playing alongside him reflect the potential impact the young midfielder could have on the England national team. For Manchester City, it is apparent that Bellingham would have been an exciting signing, given his impressive performances at Real Madrid. Whether or not City was close to landing a deal for Bellingham, his skill and ability are undeniable.

In summary, Foden’s admiration for Bellingham underscores the talent and potential that the young midfielder possesses. As he continues to impress at Real Madrid, the prospect of seeing him play alongside Foden for the England team is an exciting one. Likewise, for City, Bellingham’s stellar performance at Real Madrid is evidence of the talent that they might have missed out on.

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