BREAKING: Man City will step up attempts to agree new long-term contracts with both Rodri and Phil Foden, after finalising terms with Ruben Dias’ representatives.

Manchester City are set to enter a crucial phase in their squad management strategy as they prepare to open talks with two of their most important players — Rodri and Phil Foden — over new long-term contracts. This development follows the successful finalization of fresh terms with Ruben Dias’ representatives, a move that signals the club’s intent to solidify its core ahead of the coming seasons.

Rodri, widely regarded as one of the most indispensable players in Pep Guardiola’s system, has been a central figure in City’s dominance both domestically and in Europe. His intelligence, composure, and ability to dictate play from deep have made him a natural successor to the likes of Fernandinho and Yaya Touré. As interest grows from elite clubs across Europe, City are keen to tie the Spanish midfielder down to a deal that reflects his rising importance.

Similarly, Phil Foden — the boyhood blue who has risen through the club’s academy to become a world-class attacker — is next in line for an upgraded contract. Having played a vital role in City’s treble-winning campaign and consistently delivering standout performances, Foden is seen as not just the present but also the future of the club. Guardiola and the City board view him as a long-term ambassador for the club on and off the pitch.

Sources close to the club suggest that negotiations with both players will begin before the end of the year, with initial conversations already positive. City are expected to offer significant pay rises and extended deals that would keep both stars at the Etihad well into the next decade.

The renewed focus on player retention comes after a summer that has seen several major names linked with moves away from Manchester. Although City remain active in the transfer market, the hierarchy at the club believes retaining its core players is just as crucial as bringing in new talent — particularly in a time when competition from clubs like Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain is fierce.

With Ruben Dias’ contract situation now settled, the Portuguese centre-back will continue to anchor City’s backline for the foreseeable future. His commitment to the project has reportedly encouraged other teammates to follow suit, with Rodri and Foden next in the pipeline. It’s a sign that Guardiola’s influence and City’s winning culture remain powerful draws.

Club insiders believe that Rodri’s influence in the dressing room and on the pitch is unparalleled. The Spaniard not only brings tactical discipline but has also added goals to his game — most memorably, the winning goal in the 2023 Champions League final. His leadership qualities have not gone unnoticed, and City are prepared to reward him accordingly.

Phil Foden, on the other hand, continues to flourish with every season. Whether operating in central midfield, out wide, or even as a false nine, his adaptability makes him a tactical weapon for Guardiola. Still only in his early 20s, Foden’s best years are ahead of him — and Manchester City are determined to ensure those years are spent in sky blue.

By locking down these cornerstone players, City hope to usher in a new era of dominance that builds on the foundations laid over the last decade. The club sees this period as critical to ensuring that their trajectory remains upward, especially with Guardiola’s own future at the Etihad still a topic of discussion beyond 2025.

If successful, these contract extensions will represent a statement of intent — one that says Manchester City are not just building for next season, but for the next generation of success.

More updates are expected to follow as negotiations progress, but all signs currently point to a positive outcome for both player and club.