Manchester United ready to make Foden highest paid footballer to deter Real Madrid and Barcelona
Man City manager Pep Guardiola, stars Phil Foden and Stefan Ortega
Man City have secured the first of two hugely important deals
Manchester City aim to make Phil Foden the highest earning British footballer ever and why a deal is easy to make has been revealed, while the Premier League champions have already secured a separate agreement with a player Pep Guardiola loves.
Foden was already a top class star in his own right, though took his game to new heights last season. The 24-year-old scored 19 goals and provided eight assists in the Premier League alone. His deadly displays received the acclaim they deserved when Foden was named Premier League Player of the Season.
Foden helped fire Man City to their sixth title in seven years. While Kevin De Bruyne has been their go-to man in attack over recent times, a changing of the guard may have taken place.
Foden is contracted to the Etihad until 2027 and aside from tentative links to Real Madrid, no serious transfer interest has emerged.
Nonetheless, a fresh update from the Sun has brought news of Man City attempting to tie Foden down to a record-breaking new deal.
It’s claimed City will open talks with Foden over a new contract in the gap between the end of Euro 2024 and the new Premier League season beginning.
Foden is understood to earn in the region of £225,000-a-week at present, though is in line to receive a pay rise that will take his weekly wages up towards £400,000-a-week.
Signing a contract of that size will make Foden the highest paid British footballer ever from a weekly wages perspective.
Foden gunning for Ryan Giggs record
Explaining why forging a new agreement should be straightforward for all involved, the report listed numerous reasons.
Firstly, Foden is at his boyhood club and given the success they’re experiencing, has no desire to leave.
Furthermore, money won’t be an issue given Foden would be put alongside De Bruyne and Erling Haaland as City’s top earners.
Additionally, given a potential transfer away would surely cost well in excess of £100m, there are very few clubs that can actually afford to sign Foden anyway.
Finally, it’s noted Foden is gunning for Ryan Giggs’ record of 13 Premier League titles. Foden already has six EPL crowns to his name and a blockbuster move to Real Madrid or Saudi Arabia for example would nullify his dreams.
Important Man City deal agreed
News of Foden’s new deal should begin to filter out in late-July and early-August. However, another important deal Guardiola wants sealed has been agreed.
Amid genuine fears starting goalkeeper Ederson will move to Saudi Arabia, the importance of back-up stopper Stefan Ortega has increased.
The German has never let City down when deputising for Ederson, though only has one year left on his contract.
But according to Sky Germany and latterly Fabrizio Romano, Man City and Ortega have thrashed out a contract extension.
Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg led the way, revealing on X: “Done Deal: Stefan Ortega will sign a new contract until 2026 with Man City.
“After tough negotiations in recent months, a total agreement is now done. Pep Guardiola wanted him to stay.
“Ortega will now do everything to become the number one next season.”
If Ederson does secure a money-spinning move to the Saudi Pro League, Ortega may yet get the chance to become the No 1.
In the event Man City get cold feet and decide to dip into the market, AC Milan’s Mike Maignan is known to be on their radar.
According to Sportskeeda, Manchester City is willing to pay Phil Foden the highest salary in order to deter Real Madrid from making a move.
The 24-year-old forward has been an integral part of City’s success, having contributed to six Premier League championships and three continental trebles.
He is a valued asset to the team due to his early successes and outstanding performances, and City is prepared to pay top dollar to keep him at the Etihad.
Although Foden’s current deal expires in 2027, City is prepared to pay him an extra £375,000 per week in order to retain him. Along with players like Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland, this would place him among the Premier League’s most paid players and show how committed the club is to developing a solid lineup around him.
Real Madrid has reportedly expressed interest in signing Foden after being impressed by his skill, quickness, and goal-scoring prowess. But City will stop at nothing to protect its star player from going, and they are committed to doing so. In addition to raising Foden’s pay, the new agreement would also provide him with more bonuses and incentives to stay at the club for long term.
Foden has played in 53 games in all competitions this season, tallying 27 goals and dishing out 12 assists. He is now an essential member of Pep Guardiola’s squad thanks to his performances, and City wants to retain him around for many years to come. At the Etihad, the England international has also grown to be a fan favorite thanks to his quickness, talent, and capacity for big goals.
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