Former Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has made a huge statement about Phil Foden, naming the England international as the most technically gifted footballer he has ever played alongside.
Walker, who shared the pitch with several world-class stars during his career, believes Foden possesses extraordinary natural ability with the ball — talent that puts him in a special category.
🔵 Walker explains why Foden stands out
Speaking on talkSPORT, Walker praised Foden’s technical ability and admitted that the Manchester City star had impressed him more than any other player in that regard.
“Technical ability, Phil Foden is probably the best I’ve ever seen,” Walker said.
The former City defender also mentioned Lionel Messi, acknowledging the Argentine’s greatness while explaining that he had never had the opportunity to play alongside him.
Walker’s comments highlight just how highly he rates Foden’s natural footballing gifts, despite having played with elite names such as Kevin De Bruyne, Harry Kane and other top-level talents.
⚽ Foden’s recent performances strengthen his case
Walker’s praise comes after Foden produced an impressive scoring run for Manchester City.
The attacking midfielder scored in City’s 3–2 victory over Ipswich Town before following it up with a hat-trick in a 5–1 Champions League win over AEK Athens.
His display against AEK also included an assist, underlining his influence in the attacking third and reminding supporters of the quality he can bring when playing with confidence. <Cite refs={[“turn877556news23”,“turn877556search0”]}/>
Foden has faced difficult periods in recent seasons, but his latest performances have offered encouragement to City supporters hoping to see him return to his best.
🏆 A major boost for Manchester City
For City, having Foden performing at a high level could prove important as the team continues its campaign across domestic and European competitions.
Walker’s assessment is also a significant compliment because it comes from someone who spent years playing alongside some of the biggest names in modern football.
Although comparisons with Messi naturally invite debate, Walker’s point was clear: Foden possesses exceptional technical ability and the potential to make a major impact whenever he performs at his best.
👀 Do you agree with Kyle Walker?
Is Phil Foden the most naturally gifted English footballer of his generation, or do players such as Wayne Rooney, David Beckham and other Premier League greats deserve to be part of the conversation?
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 15 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 12 |
| 3 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +11 | 10 |
| 4 | Brentford | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| 5 | Leeds United | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| 6 | Liverpool | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 9 |
| 7 | Everton | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 9 |
| 8 | Hull City | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +2 | 8 |
| 9 | Newcastle United | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| 10 | Chelsea | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 7 |
| 11 | Ipswich Town | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 6 |
| 12 | Manchester United | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 13 | Nottingham Forest | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1 | 5 |
| 14 | Sunderland | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -4 | 4 |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -5 | 4 |
| 16 | Aston Villa | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -5 | 4 |
| 17 | Bournemouth | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| 18 | Coventry City | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -9 | 3 |
| 19 | Fulham | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -3 | 2 |
| 20 | Tottenham Hotspur | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -6 | 2 |
