Manchester City is still in the process of determining an asking price for Kalvin Phillips, the West Ham loanee, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. Since joining the London Stadium in January, the England international has faced struggles on the pitch and had a public dispute with fans after a Premier League loss to Newcastle.

While speculations suggest a potential £30 million price tag for Phillips this summer, Romano points out that Manchester City is open to negotiating the transfer fee. In his recent Daily Briefing column, Romano acknowledged the challenges Phillips has faced at West Ham and City’s intention to sell him permanently this summer, welcoming discussions for a reasonable proposal.

Even though City aims to offload Phillips, the prospect of West Ham securing him on a permanent deal remains uncertain. Given the midfielder’s underwhelming loan spell, it is doubtful whether David Moyes or the club’s hierarchy are eager to extend his stay beyond the current season. Any chances of a permanent deal hinge on improved performances by Phillips in the upcoming matches to demonstrate his value before the campaign concludes.

For any talks of a potential permanent move to materialize, City might need to reconsider their asking price. Phillips will need to showcase significant improvements in his form to potentially earn a spot in Moyes’ future plans. At present, the 28-year-old has a long road ahead to prove his worth and secure a permanent deal with West Ham.