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Pep Guardiola: Manchester City 'Trust' Phil Foden to Replace David Silva

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said the club "trust" Phil Foden to help fill the void when David Silva leaves the Etihad Stadium at the end of the campaign.

Silva's time at City will come to an end this summer. He is rated as one of the best midfielders ever to play in the Premier League and has helped City win the top-flight title four times.

When asked about potentially landing a replacement for Silva at the end of the campaign, Guardiola said there is faith in Foden to step in and become a regular in the side, per Sam France of Goal:

"Phil is an incredible player, but he still has things to improve.