Pep Guardiola drops Kalvin Phillips to Liverpool hint with Man City boss’ stance clear.
Although Kalvin Phillips, an England midfielder who has started just two Premier League games since joining the Citizens from Leeds last summer, is reportedly being pursued by multiple teams, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has hinted that he may allow the player to sign with one of his bitter rivals, Liverpool.
Shortly after relocating to the Etihad Stadium, Phillips suffered a shoulder injury that kept him out of action for three months leading up to the World Cup in Qatar last year.
Additionally, he hasn’t been able to secure a consistent starting spot in the Citizens’ lineup since coming back from the layoff.
TalkSPORT reports that Phillips is being considered by Liverpool for a January transfer window, with Newcastle, Tottenham, and Fulham also interested in acquiring him.
Additionally, Guardiola hinted that he would approve of the player’s potential transfer to Anfield.
“Never.” When asked if he would stop an uneasy player from joining a serious rival, the Spaniard answered, “Never ever.”
“In my opinion, I’ve expressed this to the club numerous times. I offer my advice to the club, and they determine whether or not the transfer benefits both parties as well as the player.
How come? If you block a transfer, I believe that indicates that you are a small club.
Big clubs don’t give a damn. They decide with the interests of the players and both clubs in mind. and occasionally the agents.
Therefore, it really isn’t an issue.Â
What’s the issue if they want to go to Liverpool, Chelsea, [Manchester] United, or whatever? Both the club and they are content with the transfer. They are glad to be there.
It’s okay because the other club is satisfied with the amount of money they spend.
When another player approaches us, we continue in a positive and upbeat manner.
After starring for Leeds, Phillips negotiated a huge financial transfer to the Etihad Stadium.
Under Marcelo Bielsa, the 27-year-old played 234 games for the Yorkshire giants, helping them win the Championship in 2020.
He played twice in the World Cup last year and was a key player in England’s run to the Euro 2020 final.
Furthermore, Phillips has already expressed his wish to play football as Euro 2024 draws near.
He declared last month, “I know that I need to be playing games and competing every weekend.”
“Over the coming months, I will need to make a decision regarding [my future].” Gareth Southgate simply states that I must play games in order to maintain my position.
That is my desired outcome On that, I concur with Gareth.
I’m fiercely competitive, especially when it comes to football.
However, I’d rather play football.
I play football, and I want to play the game as much as I can.
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