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Published on 2024-07-24 19:00:00
Manchester City legend Kevin De Bruyne is set to prioritize his family over a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia by deciding to stay at Manchester City for at least one more season. Despite talks with Al Ittihad and a proposed £1 million-a-week contract, De Bruyne has decided to remain at the Etihad Stadium due to concerns about uprooting his family, specifically his son Mason’s schooling in Manchester.
De Bruyne’s contract with Manchester City expires in 2025, and the club is eager to discuss an extension with the player upon his return to training in August. Despite the uncertainties surrounding his future, City have given De Bruyne the time and space to make a decision with his family’s best interests in mind.
While De Bruyne’s decision to stay is seen as a positive outcome for Manchester City, the club is still exploring options to strengthen their midfield. Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes is considered a potential target to provide depth and creativity in both defensive and attacking midfield positions, as doubts linger over the long-term sustainability of De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva in these roles.
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