A report from Express has stated that Manchester United are considering a transfer for Manchester City outcast Kalvin Phillips. It’s rare for the Manchester rivals to engage in deals with each other, so a potential agreement now would be unexpected. However, there’s an understanding that the Sky Blues are eager to offload the English player.
Ongoing Struggles For Phillips At Manchester City
Kalvin Phillips has been facing challenges securing a regular spot in Pep Guardiola‘s Manchester City lineup. The English midfielder has participated in only eight matches across various competitions for his current club this season.
Often finding himself on the bench, the 27-year-old’s impact in the Premier League has been somewhat limited, averaging 0.7 tackles, 0.3 interceptions, and 0.7 successful dribbles per game. However, his proficiency in distributing from midfield shines, boasting a 90% pass completion rate in the English top flight (statistics from whoscored).
Despite being under contract until 2028, City‘s management is considering the option of transferring Phillips, potentially attracting a more feasible transfer fee that could benefit an interested rival.
Will He Choose To Exit For Manchester United?
Kalvin Phillips, known for his resilience and strength in midfield, possesses impressive awareness in winning back possession during midfield battles. He’s proactive in clearing threats and exhibits commendable passing skills. While skilled at orchestrating plays in the opponent’s territory, Phillips acknowledges the need to boost his offensive impact for a greater upfront contribution.
Nevertheless, Phillips remains an immensely talented player with significant potential. His ability to secure, distribute, and advance the ball could make him a valuable addition to Erik ten Hag’s midfield lineup. This potential move could also provide the England international with an opportunity to rejuvenate his career by gaining more playing time and increased opportunities. Hence, it would be wise of Phillips to consider making an exit in January even if the offer comes from a rival side.
