Pep Guardiola expressed hope that Phil Foden would recover from illness in time to return for Manchester City after the international break, stating, 'Hopefully after the international break he'll be ready.' Despite Foden's brief appearance against Chelsea, he hasn't felt completely fit, participating in only 45 minutes of play this season. With the upcoming international fixtures against the Republic of Ireland and Finland, the situation remains uncertain for Foden's involvement as interim coach Lee Carsley leads the squad.
Foden’s absence from Manchester City games has raised concerns about his fitness ahead of England's UEFA Nations League matches. Guardiola emphasized the need for Foden to fully recover, saying, 'I prefer we [have] that time for him to recover and be fine.' With the talented attacker only featuring in a limited capacity, the pressure builds on his potential return, as Carsley must prepare for crucial fixtures without assurances on Foden's participation.
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