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Published on 2024-07-24 16:00:00
Manchester City officials are set to have crucial discussions with Kevin De Bruyne regarding his future at the club in early August. De Bruyne is due to return to training on August 5 alongside other first-team players as the team prepares for the FA Community Shield against Manchester United. However, complications may arise as Saudi Arabia has shown interest in the midfielder, potentially offering him a lucrative deal to end his career in European football.
Reports suggest that Manchester City may face difficulties in convincing De Bruyne to sign a new contract, especially if he is unwilling to accept a pay cut after being made aware of the wages offered by other clubs. The club is reportedly considering extending De Bruyne’s contract, but may have reservations about offering him the same terms as their highest earners, given his age and plans to manage his game time carefully. Contingency plans are being considered in case De Bruyne decides to leave in upcoming transfer windows.
Manchester City has been linked with potential replacements for De Bruyne, such as RB Leipzig’s Dani Olmo and Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. However, reports of advanced talks with Olmo are said to be inaccurate, while the club is reportedly considering a £60 million deal for Eze as a long-term successor to De Bruyne. As discussions with De Bruyne approach, Manchester City will need to navigate potential obstacles in order to secure the midfielder’s future at the Etihad Stadium.
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