Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne could follow one of Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi

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getcricketnews|28-02-2024

According to reports, Manchester City's midfield maestro, Kevin De Bruyne, is contemplating his future amidst swirling talks of a potential move to Saudi Arabia.

Despite being widely regarded as one of the Premier League's finest players, De Bruyne's tenure at the Etihad Stadium hangs in the balance as his current contract approaches its conclusion in 2025, with no extension agreed upon as of yet. While City are expected to offer De Bruyne a new deal, speculation abounds regarding the possibility of the Belgian midfielder seeking pastures new. Although there have been no explicit indications of an exit from Etihad, it's understood that City could entertain the idea of cashing in on De Bruyne should a substantial offer materialize during the summer transfer window. De Bruyne finds himself among the latest crop of marquee names that the Saudi Pro League is keen to attract, following the high-profile acquisitions of Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Karim Benzema. City's stance on contract extensions, particularly with aging players, has been notable, exemplified by the departure of Ilkay Gundogan to Barcelona on a free transfer. In line with this approach, Manchester City may opt to prioritize financial gains over sentimental attachment, should an offer in the region of £100 million emerge from Saudi Arabia. However, past reluctance on De Bruyne's part to consider a move to the Middle East, coupled with reports of European footballers facing challenges adapting to the lifestyle, raises doubts about the feasibility of such a transfer. Alternatively, speculation also swirls around the possibility of De Bruyne following in the footsteps of Inter Miami's Lionel Messi by making a move to Major League Soccer (MLS). Nevertheless, these rumors remain in their infancy, and there's a significant chance that De Bruyne could yet be persuaded to commit his future to City, even if it entails accepting reduced terms.
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