IMO if Sancho stayed I doubt City would've bought Mahrez, and if Sancho was getting Mahrez's minutes and performing that's a pretty good return for a youngster. Foden is the same age and has gotten a decent run of games this season, more than most of his teammates with the U-17 world cup.
Lmao. For one Foden is getting a few minutes here and there
because of Sancho who paved the way. Sancho's departure put the spotlight on City and the progression of Academy players. They would like to keep hold of Foden and pressure was mounting on City re the lack of playing time for a talented home grown kid and City fan. The fact of the matter is His Highness Sheikh Mansour has invested billions and runs City like any other investment...they cop polished players and expect a return on investment. Bundesliga has less money to slosh around players so they're forced to use academy players.
And lol at saying he could've been like Foden if he stayed, like that's a good thing. One is getting short runs in meaningless Carabou Cup matches and the other is already a household name starring in the UCL.