Phil Foden is crowned the Premier League’s Player of the Year after leading title push… as a Man City star scoops the award for a fifth straight season
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Phil Foden has been announced as the Premier League Player of the Year, with his sensational performances playing a key role in Man City’s pursuit of the Premier League title.
The England international has played a crucial role in Pep Guardiola’s side all season.
Foden has scored 17 goals this season and set up a further eight goals in the Premier League, directly contributing to 25 goals.
His form has put Man City on the cusp of a record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title.
Man City will win the title if they beat West Ham on Sunday, amid a tight battle with Arsenal throughout the season.
Phil Foden has been announced as the winner of the Premier League Player of the Year award
The Man City star has scored 17 goals and scored a further eight goals in the Premier League this season
Foden said: “Winning this award is an achievement of which I am extremely proud.
‘The Premier League is recognized as the greatest competition in the world, and it is a pleasure to be nominated, along with so many other great players who have all had exceptional seasons for their clubs.
‘Overall I’m very happy with the way I played this season and very happy that I was able to contribute with the goals and assists throughout the season.
“I would like to thank all the city staff, coaches and especially my teammates, because without them this would not be possible. And I would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who voted for me, because the award means a lot.”
Foden was nominated alongside Man City teammate and last year’s winner Erling Haaland, as well as Arsenal duo Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice.
Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer were also nominated for the award.
Palmer was named Young Player of the Year on Friday.
Foden follows teammate Erling Haaland in claiming the Player of the Year award
Foden becomes the fifth Man City player in a row to win the Player of the Year award.
Kevin De Bruyne earned the award in the 2019/20 and 21/22 seasons, with both sides of Ruben Dias securing the honour.
Haaland claimed the prize last season.
Foden is the first English player to win the award since Jamie Vardy in the 2015/16 season.
