Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne is planning for life at the Etihad with Bernardo Silva this season despite strong interest from Barcelona in the transfer window.
Bernardo Silva featured as a substitute in the 4-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday as rumours continue to swirl over whether he will will leave the club in the transfer window.
He is a firm fan favourite at the Etihad and received a rousing reception when he emerged from the bench against Bournemouth on Saturday. Fans sang his name for what seemed like an eternity.
later after the match that upon the final whistle Bernardo Silva applauded all four stands inside the Etihad, and was the last of City’s players to depart the pitch – He then handed his shirt over to a fan.
Some thought he was waving farewell to Manchester City but Kevin De Bruyne was not one of them.
“I think he’s very loved [by us] and he knows,” said De Bruyne.
“The way that I see it, I think that he will be here so there’s nothing that I’m worried about. Whatever happens he is great for us and I expect him to be here with us this year.”
These De Bruyne’s comments were shared on Twitter by City Xtra and it attracted plenty of attention from the club’s supporters.
“Please be true 🙏.”
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“If a player is saying this, not just any player, one of the club captain, I’m confident. He’s staying.”
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“I hope so! He’s an important part and I respect how hard he works for the club. I’m guessing he’s getting family pressure to move, and he may want to play with Barca, but at this point let’s all try to win some trophies here this year. Barca will be there for him summer 2023.”
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“Kevin is obviously a person who sees Bernardo daily, they are probably talking about ambitions for this season and, he is surprised about the articles being written. Also i think Bernado felt within himself to thank the fans for appreciating him yesterday, it was special.”
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“I really, REALLY want to believe him, but at this point I still think he’s leaving, expect the worst, and the worst never happens.”
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“For me I don’t care if he leaves as long as we get the right price for him , he is not a generational talent and every player can be replaced”
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