Crystal Palace player says it’s ‘impossible’ to play against £400k-a-week Man City star

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Published on 2024-04-11 15:30:00

Crystal Palace defender Chris Richards has identified Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne as a particularly challenging player to play against. Richards described De Bruyne as “impossible” to play against, emphasizing the need to stay focused at all times when facing the Belgian midfielder. Despite only facing off against De Bruyne once, Richards found him to be a difficult opponent to deal with.

During a Premier League match between City and Palace last season, Richards came on as a substitute and played against De Bruyne for 32 minutes. Despite not assisting any of City’s goals in that match, De Bruyne’s reputation as a goal and assist machine in the City squad makes him a formidable opponent for defenders. With 100 goals and 166 assists in 372 appearances for City across all competitions, De Bruyne’s impact on the pitch is clear.

Richards’ comments highlight the challenge of playing against top players like De Bruyne, who is considered one of City’s best earners with a weekly wage of £400k-per-week. De Bruyne’s skill and influence on the pitch make him a nightmare for defenders to handle, showcasing the difficulty of facing off against elite players in the Premier League. Despite the tough competition, players like Richards continue to push themselves to perform against top opponents like De Bruyne.

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