Uzbek footballer Abdukodir Khusanov has made history by being [named](https://www.mancity.com/news/mens/abdukodir-khusanov-etihad-player-of-the-month-february-2025-63876875) Etihad Player of the Month for February, just six weeks after joining Manchester City on a four-and-a-half-year contract.
**A Rapid Rise at City**
Khusanov has quickly won over fans with his strong, fast, and determined defensive performances under head coach Pep Guardiola. His impressive displays earned him the highest number of votes ever recorded for the award, surpassing star players Erling Haaland and Joško Gvardiol.
The 21-year-old, who recently celebrated his birthday, has already made a significant impact at City. He scored his first goal for the club in early February, helping City secure a 2-1 victory against Plymouth Argyle in the FA Cup.
Last month, he played every minute of City’s Premier League matches against Newcastle, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur. The team won two of these games, keeping clean sheets against Newcastle and Spurs. Even in City’s defeat to Liverpool, Khusanov stood out as one of the team’s best performers. His steady improvement suggests he is adapting well to English football.
**Transfer and Future Prospects**
As previously [reported](https://timesca.com/uzbek-footballer-abdukodir-khusanov-signs-for-manchester-city/) by _The Times of Central Asia_, Khusanov joined Manchester City from French club Lens in a €40 million transfer. He signed a contract until June 2029, with an option to extend for another year.
Manchester City congratulated Khusanov on his award and thanked fans for their votes. With such a strong start, many believe he has much more to offer Guardiola’s squad in the future.