Kalvin Phillips believes Phil Foden is most effective in the number 10 role and is chomping at the bit to get more minutes for England at the World Cup.
The Manchester City hero did not feature in Friday’s goalless draw with the United States, with many questioning why Gareth Southgate refrained from utilising him to find a breakthrough. Foden came on 20 minutes from the end in England’s 6-2 win over Iran but is eager to get a proper chance to showcase himself on the world stage, according to Phillips.
He believes his City teammate operates best supporting the attack in the centre of the park, rather than on the flank where he normally plays for the Blues. The 22-year-old played deeper during the 3-1 Champions League win over Sevilla earlier this month but has only played an attacking midfielder 12 times in the past three seasons.
