It seems almost certain that Kalvin Phillips will be leaving Manchester City this summer, with the club eager to recoup some of the money they spent to acquire him. According to senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Man City is planning to sell the midfielder on a permanent basis after a disappointing loan spell at West Ham. Phillips, who struggled to make an impact during his time with the Hammers, has fallen out of favor and is now seeking a new club.
Despite interest from multiple teams, Man City’s £40million asking price has deterred potential suitors from making a move for Phillips. The club is willing to let him go if they can secure a substantial fee, as his reputation has been tarnished over the past couple of years. With a contract set to run until 2028, Phillips’ future at the Etihad Stadium looks uncertain.
Following a turbulent period where he failed to make a mark at Man City and endured criticism during his loan spell at West Ham, Phillips has been left out of the England squad for the upcoming European Championships. The Citizens are now looking to offload the midfielder to bring in additional funds for new signings.
Despite his desire to return to Leeds United, where he previously played, Phillips’ hopes of a reunion with his former club have been dashed after their defeat in the Championship play-off final. It seems that a fresh start at a new club is on the cards for the 28-year-old midfielder.
