Manchester City and England midfielder Phil Foden has ignited fresh speculation about an impending marriage after he was seen visiting a jeweller with his long-term partner, Rebecca Cooke. The couple, childhood sweethearts and parents to three children, were spotted in Wilmslow, Cheshire, adding fuel to rumours that have been circulating since the start of the year.
A Casual Outing Fuels Speculation
The 25-year-old footballer parked his £400,000 Mercedes G-Wagon on a double yellow line before the pair headed into a local jewellery store. Dressed down for the occasion, Foden wore a red hoodie with grey slim-fit jeans, while Stockport-native Rebecca opted for a leopard-print tracksuit, a dark top, and white trainers. This low-key outing has sent fans and media into a frenzy, interpreting it as a clear sign the couple are actively planning their future together.
A Diamond Ring and a Parisian Proposal
This is not the first time talk of an engagement has surfaced. In February, Rebecca was photographed wearing a large diamond ring on her left hand, which she appeared to try to conceal. A source close to the couple revealed to The Sun at the time that Foden had whisked Rebecca away for a romantic New Year's Eve trip to Paris, where he reportedly proposed.
"The time seemed right for Phil to pop the question," the insider said. "He took her away to Paris for New Year's Eve and when they came back Rebecca had a sparkling diamond ring on her engagement finger. The ring is absolutely huge. It's a massive diamond. She loves it and she's very proud of wearing it."
From Teenage Sweethearts to a Family of Five
Phil and Rebecca's relationship has stood the test of time, having been together since they were teenagers. They are now a family of five, welcoming their first son, Ronnie, in 2019, a daughter, True, in 2021, and a second son in June of last year. Foden famously flew back from the European Championships to be present for the birth of their youngest child.
In a past interview, Foden spoke emotionally about the birth of his first child, saying, "I was there for the birth. I walked out of the room, gave it a little tear and then went back in like nothing happened." The couple's strong family unit and long history have led friends and family to expect an engagement for some time.
With the latest ring-shopping sighting, all signs now point towards a potential star-studded wedding in the future. Insiders suggest the celebration would likely be attended by a host of Premier League footballers and their partners, marking the next chapter for one of football's most solid couples.
