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The combative midfielder has really rose to prominence since the Yorkshire-based clubs promotion to the Premier League in 2019.

He is also now a regular in Gareth Southgate's England set-up and forms one part of a solid two-man midfield with West Ham's Declan Rice.

It is clear Guardiola has recognised that talent and thinks he can harness it even more at City.

In addition, in such a packed World Cup campaign, a lot of football will be played over a short period of time and City's squad depth will be tested to the absolute maximum.

Phillips' ability to operate in the number six and eight positions will also be highly appreciated by Guardiola.

As the transfer edges closer, more and more details have emerged about negotiations between Leeds and City.

Insiders involved in the deal insist that a move to the North West is the one Phillips - a boyhood Leeds fan - would have even considered entertaining.

The Red Devils are in the market for a combative midfielder and links have been persistent between the two parties over the last couple of months.

Learning your trade under Guardiola was always going to be hard to turn down and that has likely factored into Phillips' thinking.

However, fans are notably excited to see what the player can bring to an elite midfield, already stacked with elite quality.