Kevin de Bruyne, midfielder for Manchester City, has clarified that he did not engage in talks with any other clubs regarding a potential transfer away from City this summer. Despite expressing openness to new opportunities and discussing the possibility with his family, De Bruyne ultimately remained at Etihad Stadium. This decision aligns with manager Pep Guardiola’s previous statements, asserting that De Bruyne would not be sold.
De Bruyne confirmed his lack of discussions with potential buyers, stating, “I haven’t spoken to anyone, to be honest. There has been a lot of noises and news. I said in the summer I expect a quiet summer and that’s actually what happened. I’ve been on holiday for four weeks, came back and started training. That was it. Nothing to tell. I’ve not been entertained by anybody or spoken to anybody.”
Despite having one year remaining on his current contract, De Bruyne anticipates discussions with the club about his future as the season progresses. He expressed a desire to focus on feeling good and playing good football, emphasizing that these conversations can wait for the time being.
As for his performance on the pitch, De Bruyne has been an integral part of Manchester City’s 100% winning start to their Premier League title defense. He has started all three matches, scoring one goal and providing one assist. In addition to his domestic success, De Bruyne has accumulated an impressive trophy cabinet during his time at City, including six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, five EFL Cups, and one Champions League title.
De Bruyne’s commitment to Manchester City and his stellar performances make him an invaluable asset to the team. With talks about his future on the horizon, fans can expect continued success from the Belgian playmaker in the upcoming months.