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Phil Foden 'enjoying' role as central striker as Englishman stars in Manchester City's win over Brighton with two goals and assist... and manager Pep Guardiola says he 'likes Phil everywhere' on the pitch

Phil Foden revealed he is enjoying life in an unfamiliar position after his man of the match performance as a central striker in Manchester City's 4-1 win over Brighton.

The 21-year-old has impressed this season in a variety of positions across the frontline, starring against Liverpool on the right, but Guardiola trusted the Englishman through the middle against Brighton, with Gabriel Jesus pushed out wide.

Foden responded with two goals and an assist and had chances to seal a hat-trick, and even though he wasn't able to do so the City star is enjoying the freedom that comes with the position.