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Phil Foden needs to be 'more calm' to play a central role for Manchester City and must be LESS explosive to become 'an exceptional player', claims his boss Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City starlet Phil Foden needs to make some changes to his game if he is to play a more central role and become an 'exceptional' player.

The 20-year-old has really begun to deliver on his potential this season, contributing 11 goals and six assists in all competitions, and is now widely regarded as one of the best young players in the world.

However, he still does not yet command an automatic starting birth and is usually used out wide.

Pep Guardiola says Phil Foden needs to show more composure and play at different tempos
The 20-year-old Foden has been one of Manchester City's standout performers this season

And Guardiola says that is because his play can be a little one-dimensional and overzealous at times.