Phil Foden named PFA Players’ Player of the Year

By Ric Turner, Wed 21 August 2024 12:47


Phil Foden named PFA Players’ Player of the Year24-year-old also named in PFA Team of the Year with Kyle Walker, Rodri and Erling Haaland

Phil Foden has been crowned the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Player of the Year for the 2023/2024 season.

The 24-year-old enjoyed an outstanding season, netting 27 goals from 53 appearancs, as the Blues won a fourth successive Premier League title, in addition to the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.

“To win this award is something very special and it is one that I am very proud of and grateful for,” said Foden.

“To be recognised this way by your fellow professionals means everything and I would like to thank everyone who voted for me.

“I also want to pay special thanks to Pep, the City coaches and all my team mates as they help me to try and get better every single day.

“I’d also like congratulate Kyle, Rodrigo and Erling on being voted into the PFA Team of the Year as it’s great to see their amazing quality recognised in such a way.

“Last season was another very special one for everyone at the Club but now all our focus is concentrated on trying to achieve more success this term.”

City’s Director of Football, Txiki Begiristain added: “Everyone here is so thrilled to see Phil win this award.

“To have your fellow professionals recognise you in such a way is very special.

“Phil embodies everything we stand for at Manchester City.

“He is a supremely talented player but is someone who always strives to seek to improve and he is a very humble guy who is hugely popular throughout the Club.

“We are all very proud of him.”