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Foden reveals shocking Premier League dream team, ignores De Bruyne in top 11

Foden reveals shocking Premier League dream team
Phil Foden, the rising star of Manchester City, left fans in awe when he unveiled his ultimate Premier League XI.
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The 23-year-old, currently in the prime of his career with an impressive tally of 22 goals across all competitions, took a moment amidst the title race excitement to sit down for an interview.

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In this exclusive interview, Foden spoke about his journey to the top of the sport, shedding light on his aspirations and inspirations.

Foden’s dream team

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During an interview with Mail Sport Football Editor Ian Ladyman, as shared on X, Foden was asked to pick his all-time Premier League dream team 

Starting from the back, Foden made a series of eyebrow-raising choices, making some controversial picks in his dream team. 

Foden said, "I'm serious though, I don't see another right back," he insisted, slotting Ederson and Kyle Walker into his defensive setup. 

Phil Foden in action for Manchester City || Imago

Alongside them, he placed City legend Vincent Kompany and current rival Virgil van Dijk in the heart of defense, with the experienced Ashley Cole completing the formidable back four.

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In midfield, Foden's selections continued to stir debate. Opting for a blend of experience and skill, he paired the four-time Premier League winner David Silva with former Arsenal talisman Patrick Vieira. 

"I feel like [Silva] needs that protection, so it's a good balance," he reasoned, justifying his midfield choices.

De Bruyne Omissions

Foden's midfield choices left no room for current City captain Kevin De Bruyne, despite acknowledging his exceptional talent. 

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"I've never seen anything like" the Belgian on the pitch, Foden remarked. Nevertheless, his lineup still boasted an array of stars.

Man City star Kelvin De Bruyne || Imago

Leading the attacking charge, Foden included Cristiano Ronaldo and positioned Thierry Henry on the right wing to accommodate two centre-forwards. 

Spearheading the attack, he named Sergio Aguero alongside Wayne Rooney, making it a formidable forward line.

In summary, Foden's dream team reads as follows: Ederson; Walker, Kompany, Van Dijk, A. Cole; Ronaldo, Vieira, D. Silva, Henry; Rooney, Aguero.

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