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Manchester City evaluate Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki for number ten role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:40 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Manchester City evaluate Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki for number ten role

Summary

Manchester City prepares for its opening Premier League fixture against Bournemouth on Sunday. Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki are competing for the number ten role. Foden has played prominently in preseason but has struggled for form, while Cherki showed promise after replacing Foden in the FA Community Shield loss to Arsenal. Cherki's impactful performance could make him the stronger candidate for the starting position as the season begins.

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Status Watch

•Manchester City faces Bournemouth in the Premier League on August 20.
•Phil Foden has had a full preseason but lacks consistency.
•Rayan Cherki impressed in his brief appearance against Arsenal.
•Cherki's recent World Cup disappointment may motivate him to perform better.
•Competition for the number ten role is expected to be intense.

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3:40 AMYahoo Sports — There looks to be a prime candidate for the number ten role at Manchester City

What they're saying

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Manchester City are blessed to have two elite options to play in the number ten role in their squad. Phil Foden and Rayan Cherki are excellent in the role and both figure to play prominent roles for E...
— Yahoo Sports

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