Phil Foden, a player who decided to hold on to his original City number when moving from the academy to the first team, explained his unconventional choice. He mentioned that he felt a deep personal connection to the number 47, which he wore in honor of a special person from his past.
Reflecting on this decision, he stated that he wanted to create his own legacy and maintain the meaningful number. Despite the opportunity to take the prestigious No10 shirt following Sergio Aguero’s departure in 2021, Foden remained loyal to the number 47.
He expressed his attachment to the number and his desire to establish his own legacy. Foden’s exceptional performance this season, with 22 goals and 10 assists in 46 matches for City, has solidified his reputation as a rising star in the football world.
