Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano recently commented on the rumors surrounding Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne’s potential move to Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad.
The speculation has arisen due to De Bruyne’s contract situation, with his current deal set to expire next summer when he will be 33 years old.
Since joining Manchester City in the summer of 2015, De Bruyne has been an integral part of the team. He has accumulated an impressive record, scoring 102 goals and providing 170 assists in 382 appearances across various competitions. His contributions have been vital to City’s success, making him one of the most influential players in the squad.
However, with his contract nearing its end, there have been increasing rumors of interest in De Bruyne from other clubs, particularly from Saudi Arabia. Despite these rumors, Romano reported that sources in Saudi Arabia are “playing down suggestions” of De Bruyne’s potential move to Al Ittihad.
Romano mentioned that while the transfer is not straightforward, the Saudi club is also interested in signing City’s goalkeeper, Ederson.
Manchester City, under the management of Pep Guardiola, is coming off another exceptional season, having secured an unprecedented fourth consecutive Premier League title.
This achievement marked their sixth league championship in seven years, solidifying their dominance in English football. However, City’s aspirations for further historic feats were cut short when they lost 2-1 to Manchester United in the FA Cup final, missing the chance to secure consecutive English domestic doubles.
The future of Kevin De Bruyne remains uncertain as his contract expiration looms. The interest from Saudi clubs, particularly Al Ittihad, highlights the growing appeal of the Saudi Pro League in attracting top talents from Europe.
For Manchester City, retaining De Bruyne or finding a suitable replacement will be crucial as they look to maintain their high standards and compete for more silverware in the coming seasons.
The football world will be watching closely to see how these transfer developments unfold and what decisions are made regarding De Bruyne’s future.
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