Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp believes Phil Foden could present Pep Guardiola with a headache ahead of the two finals having looked sharp against Brighton.
City drew 1-1 with the Seagulls at the Amex Stadium.
An entertaining game saw Brighton really play well against the Premier League champions.
They had 20 shots against City with seven of those on target, which is just unheard of these days.
Foden opened the scoring for the visitors, slotting after being teed up by Erling Haaland.
But a wonder goal from Julio Enciso brought the hosts back into it.
Roberto De Zerbi branded it an ‘incredible’ striker from the Paraguayan. It was an unbelievable shot that no goalkeeper would have stopped.
City weren’t completely at the races. But credit has to go to Brighton, who look the real deal.
Perhaps the standout for Pep Guardiola’s side was Foden, who again played more centrally for City.
He really played well in the 1-0 win over Chelsea at the weekend, and he has now followed it up with a busy display against Brighton.
After the game, Jamie Redknapp picked him out for praise.
He said: “Phil’s had a tough season. it’s been difficult because he’s seen Jack Grealish in incredible form. Gets a little lucky with the finish. But when you come on, and when you start games you have to make an impact.
“You have to ask the question. If Jack Grealish isn’t quite right, ‘can I start this game?’ You just never quite know in football.
“He’s getting his confidence now. He looked very sharp as well tonight.”
Phil Foden is looking sharp at the right time for Manchester City, after great display vs Brighton
It was good to see Foden following up his display against Chelsea with a lively performance at the Amex.
This season has been a bit frustrating for Foden.
But he is reminding people of his extraordinary talent and coming into form just at the right time.
Perhaps if he plays and shines against Brentford, then Pep will genuinely consider him for starts against Manchester United and/or Inter.
