Kevin De Bruyne’s future beyond the Etihad Stadium remains an uncertainty
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Liverpool want to sign Kevin De Bruyne from Manchester City.
De Bruyne, 33, will leave the Etihad Stadium this summer, ending a 10-year stay in England, having won six Premier League titles and the Champions League along the way.
Arne Slot’s men have been linked with a surprise move for the Belgium international who would command a sizeable chunk of their wage bill, with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk both signing new deals at Anfield in recent weeks.
Kevin De Bruyne wanted by Liverpool as Premier League champions lay down their mark
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne is wanted by multiple clubs ahead of next season (Image credit: Getty Images)Rumours of a move to the USA or Saudi Arabia have quickly quietened for De Bruyne, who at 33 still feels he has plenty left to give in Europe. Pep Guardiola will be sad to see the former Chelsea man leave the club after all he has done for the Cityzens in recent years.
But could another spell in the Premier League, yet away from Manchester, appeal to De Bruyne, who is ranked at no.1 in FourFourTwo’s list of the best Premier League midfielders of all time?
Liverpool boss Arne Slot wants a new striker and a new centre-back at Anfield (Image credit: Getty Images)Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio claims that De Bruyne has an offer from Liverpool ready and waiting, although the Liverpool Echo say that is not the case, as the experienced midfielder continues to weigh up his options.
Napoli are also said to be hot on his heels as they wish to sign him upon his contract expiry at Manchester City, with former Premier League stars Scott McTominay, Billy Gilmour and Romelu Lukaku all currently playing for Antonio Conte’s side.
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Despite his childhood support for the Reds, De Bruyne’s strong bond with City after a decade’s service could serve as a significant block to any potential switch, with Liverpool clinching a 20th top-flight title this season.
“It came as a bit of a shock,” said De Bruyne when asked about his impending exit at City.
Kevin De Bruyne celebrates after scoring for Manchester City against Newcastle United in the Premier League in January. (Image credit: Getty Images)”I’m open for anything [including staying in the Premier League]. I have to look at the whole picture, sporting, the family, everything together, what makes the most sense for my family. I know I can play at a good level. I have to make that decision once I really know more [of the offers].”
In FourFourTwo’s view, De Bruyne’s move to Liverpool makes geographically sense given his family would therefore not have to relocate.
However, with the Reds splashing cash on new deal for Salah and Van Dijk already this year, we cannot see this one happening any time soon.
Manchester City face Southampton this weekend in the Premier League, whilst Liverpool host Arsenal at Anfield.
Matthew Holt writes freelance for FourFourTwo, amongst others, and boasts previous experience at GOAL and SPORTBible. He now works with us alongside his time at Manchester United and Reach PLC, aiding with online content for the website. Career highs include working at the FA Cup final, as well as scoring at Old Trafford in front of the Stretford End. A long-term sufferer of his beloved Scunthorpe United, he is often seen on the padel court, as well as occasionally a six-a-side call-up.
