Phil Foden hopes he can replace David Silva at Manchester City.
The 20-year-old is eager to take the responsibility left by City legend Silva, with the playmaker ending his 10-year stint at the club this summer.
"I am hoping so but there are a lot of midfielders still and a lot of quality in the team," Foden told reporters.
"Everyone has to train well and play well so it depends on me playing well enough to get that shirt. So yes, it is down to me. I am only 20 years old; A lot of people have been pushing it for me to play in the senior team much earlier but I haven't played a lot of games at Man City.
"Recently, I have played a lot more and I have been doing well so I have had to work hard for the opportunity. Now I have got it, I am just trying to give it my best I can do and just enjoy it really. That's what I am trying to do.
"I played in some massive games last year in cup finals and big Champions League games. They are the games that everyone wants to play in. Sometimes it is difficult for a young player to play in those games but I think he has been patient with me and played me at the right times. I am learning a lot and I feel ready to go."
