Kalvin Phillips has now been told to stay at Manchester City – amid reports he is considering an exit in 2024.
It was Newcastle No.9 Callum Wilson who advised the England international to stay put.
So, what was said about Kalvin Phillips? Let’s take a look…
What’s the story?
Well – according to ESPN – the Manchester City No.4 is now considering an exit from the Etihad Stadium after Pep Guardiola overlooked him in Rodri’s absence.
Phillips himself even said “I want minutes” after England’s 3-1 win over Italy on Tuesday.
Now – however – Wilson has told his fellow countryman to stay at Manchester City.
The 31-year-old said: “I think it all depends on the individual and what you want. You stay at Man City, you finish your career with numerous trophies and if that is something that appeals to you, then great.
“He still so young, though. He’s a top player. He’ll feel – and I feel – he can contribute to that City squad. The only problem is you have someone in Rodri who is his competition, who is really good. It’s so difficult. Would I leave City? Maybe on loan, but I would still want to be a Man City player, to be honest.
“I would stay put and fight.”
Kalvin Phillips should leave Manchester City
By the sounds of it, Wilson’s reasoning feels more like one related to the status of being employed by Manchester City – as opposed to actually being a valued member of the squad.
No 27-year-old footballer at this level should be happy with two Premier League starts in almost 18 months, so we have to disagree with Wilson.
Phillips must leave Manchester City if he still backs himself to perform to a high standard in the Premier League – and wants to be remembered as someone other than a mere squad option.
Interestingly, Wilson and the man from Yorkshire could soon become teammates – the Northern Echo believe Newcastle are on red alert in case he becomes available this winter.
Be sure to keep an eye on the situation involving Phillips, as anything could happen in January.
