'Best in Premier League' – Pep Guardiola talks up Phil Foden’s impact on Man City

'He’s been the best so far. I always had the feeling he would score goals, in training sessions, always I had the feeling but now he is winning games.'

MESMERISING: Phil Foden scored twice against United. Pic: Mike Egerton, PA

Pep Guardiola praised fantastic Phil Foden and said the Manchester City midfielder is developing into a world-class player - the current best in the Premier League -  after his wonderful, derby-winning display against Manchester United.

Nobody expected anything other than embarrassment at the Etihad Stadium for Erik ten Hag’s stumbling Red Devils, yet Marcus Rashford’s scorcher gave them a shock half-time lead.