Despite the statistical slump,Pep Guardiola and the City staff remain fully convinced that Foden is the cornerstone of the club's next era. With senior figures likeBernardo Silva and John Stones expected to depart this summer, securing Foden was viewed as a non-negotiable priority for the sporting department to maintain continuity within the squad.
Football Insider added: "Maybe he has had a bit of a dip in form this season, but City are still fully behind him and counting on him for their long-term future as well, that’s why they’re gonna give him this new contract until 2030 with an option of another year. He’s got a big role to play for City and they would have been loath to see one of their own academy products move on to another club, so they’ll be happy now that they’ve agreed this new contract in principle."