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According to TA Manchester City correspondent Sam Lee, Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov and winger Jeremy Doku have both reached contract extension agreements with the club, with new deals running until 2031. Khusanov, 22, joined from Lens in January 2025 and has become a key defender and fan favorite, making 37 appearances last season and helping City win the FA Cup and League Cup. Doku, 24, scored 8 goals and provided 14 assists in 47 games last season. The Belgian international instructed his agent to handle the extension while at the World Cup, expressing no desire to leave. The club sees Khusanov as a key piece under new manager Maresca. Earlier, Phil Foden also signed a new four-year contract until 2030 with an option for an additional year.
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Hupu July 23 News — According to TA Manchester City correspondent Sam Lee, Manchester City winger Jérémy Doku and defender Abdukodir Khusanov have both reached contract extension agreements with the club.
Both players will extend their contracts until 2031. Having become key contributors for the team in recent seasons, they are now committing their long-term futures to Manchester City.
Khusanov: From Rocky Start to Fan Favorite
22-year-old Khusanov joined Manchester City from Lens in January 2025 and has since developed into one of the club's best defenders, earning widespread support from fans.
The Uzbek center-back's debut for Manchester City was memorable for difficult reasons — he struggled in the opening stages of a Premier League match against Chelsea. However, he has steadily improved since then. Last season, with Rúben Dias and Josko Gvardiol injured, Khusanov became a mainstay in defense during the second half of the campaign. He played 37 games for Pep Guardiola's side, helping Manchester City win the FA Cup and League Cup. He also represented Uzbekistan in their first-ever World Cup appearance this summer.
Khusanov has won over fans with his speed and aggressive defending, and the club views him as a key piece under new manager Enzo Maresca. His current contract was originally set to run until 2029, and official confirmation of the new deal is expected soon.
Doku: Extension Expected Shortly
Doku's extension is expected to be confirmed slightly later. The 24-year-old Belgian international has made over 40 appearances in each of his three seasons at Manchester City.
Last season, Doku scored 8 goals and provided 14 assists in 47 games for the club. While playing for Belgium in the World Cup, he instructed his agent to handle the extension — as he had no intention of looking for another club.
Foden Also Signs New Deal
Earlier on Wednesday, Phil Foden signed a new four-year contract with Manchester City until 2030, with an option for an additional year.
Source: New York Times
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Manchester City's Khusanov and Doku Agree to Contract Extensions Until 2031