Foden reveals he ‘hasn’t really spoken’ to England boss Tuchel – but hopes recall will come

Phil Foden hopes his improving Manchester City form can earn him an England recall after missing out on the World Cup.

The City midfielder believes he is starting to rediscover his best level, with regular football and his recent involvement in his side’s goals helping to rebuild his confidence.

“Hopefully I can get back to that level,” Foden said.

“I feel like I’m starting to get back there now with my recent performances so hopefully I can keep growing and getting better.

“Being involved in goals gives you a lot of confidence and when you’re playing regularly as well, you kind of just get into a rhythm and a groove.

“Also it helps when you play with similar players as well. You kind of understand what they’re going to do before even thinking about it.

“All those things definitely help but we’ll see what happens.”

Foden revealed he has not had much contact with England boss Thomas Tuchel over his international situation.

“I haven’t really spoken with him to be honest so not much to say on that,” he said.

But the midfielder remains hopeful that his performances for City can eventually earn him another opportunity with his country.

“It’s one of those things, football is full of ups and downs,” Foden said when asked about missing the World Cup.

“It’s one of those things you can’t control and you just have to keep trying your best on the football field, keep putting in performances and that’s all I try and do really.

“Focus on my own game, and hopefully one day the call-up might come back.”