Kevin de Bruyne, the star player of Manchester City, has recently expressed his openness to the possibility of a move to Saudi Arabia. With one year left on his contract at City, de Bruyne has achieved immense success, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League since joining the club in 2015.
In an interview with Belgian broadcaster VTM, de Bruyne discussed the allure of the “incredible” contracts offered in the Saudi Pro League. He admitted that such offers could be appealing towards the end of his career and that he had discussed his future with his wife. He stated, “For Michele, an exotic adventure is OK. These are also conversations that we are increasingly having as a family.”
De Bruyne also acknowledged that he still has one year remaining on his contract with City, emphasizing the need to carefully consider his options. As his eldest child grows older, questions about how long he will continue playing at City arise. De Bruyne shared, “Once the time comes, we will have to deal with it in a certain way.”
Considering his age and the potential financial rewards, de Bruyne believes it is important to keep an open mind. He noted, “At my age, you have to be open to everything. You talk about unbelievable amounts in what may be the end of my career. Sometimes you have to think about that.” The Belgian playmaker even mentioned that spending two years in Saudi Arabia could allow him to earn an “incredible amount of money.”
It is worth noting that de Bruyne’s recent season was plagued by injuries, which saw him miss almost five months of play. Despite this setback, City still managed to win their fourth consecutive league title. De Bruyne played in only 26 games across all competitions.
As de Bruyne prepares for Euro 2024 with the Belgian national team, his future remains uncertain. While a move to Saudi Arabia could provide financial security and an exciting adventure for him and his family, it is clear that de Bruyne’s focus is on making the most of his remaining time at Manchester City. As he weighs his options for the future, fans will undoubtedly be eager to see what path he chooses.