Phil Foden's Battle with Injuries: Club Commitments vs. Personal Recovery

Manchester City's star midfielder, Phil Foden, has revealed his need to step away from football temporarily to fully recuperate from a lingering ankle injury. Despite the pressing fixtures, including the imminent Club World Cup, Foden finds himself playing through persistent knocks, affecting his performance this season.

Foden, who enjoyed a stellar previous season with 19 goals and the Premier League Player of the Season title, has scored only seven goals this season. The ongoing injury woes have proved frustrating, leaving the promising player wishing for a few weeks off the pitch for proper recovery.

In conversations with the media, Foden expressed the mental fatigue experienced by players due to relentless schedules. Highlighting the significance of recovery, he stressed the need for discussions with club and national teams to prioritize his health and achieve optimal fitness.

(With inputs from agencies.)