Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips has suggested he could consider a move in January after being warned that a lack of game time could cost him a place at the World Cup.
Phillips, who joined City from Leeds United in the summer, has struggled for minutes in Pep Guardiola’s squad. The England international has found himself behind a number of established options in midfield and has been unable to build any rhythm since arriving at the Etihad Stadium.
The situation has now led to concerns over his international future, with the midfielder aware that regular football is likely to be key if he is to remain in contention for the England squad.
Phillips has also revealed that he is open to what comes next if his role does not change, hinting that a January switch could be an option in order to play more often and protect his World Cup hopes.
The 26-year-old’s priority remains forcing his way into Guardiola’s plans, but his comments underline the pressure on him to find consistent minutes as the season progresses.
With England’s World Cup plans in mind, Phillips knows he cannot afford a prolonged spell on the sidelines, and his latest remarks have placed his short-term future at City under fresh scrutiny ahead of the January window.
