EXCLUSIVE: £400,000-a-week midfield maestro ‘increasingly likely’ to leave Man City in summer as MLS side makes huge offer
Kevin De Bruyne’s future at Manchester City looks uncertain, with sources revealing he is open to a move to MLS side San Diego FC at the end of the season. City’s director of football, Txiki Begiristain, is leading renewal talks, but the Belgian midfielder may seek a fresh challenge instead.
DETAILS:
Kevin De Bruyne, one of Manchester City’s greatest-ever signings, is reportedly assessing his options ahead of his contract expiring in June 2025. With no extension yet agreed, the 33-year-old playmaker is drawing interest from San Diego FC, a club set to make their MLS debut next season.
While Pep Guardiola has committed his future to City, De Bruyne appears more open to exploring opportunities elsewhere. Sources close to the player suggest there’s a strong chance this could be his final campaign in Manchester after eight trophy-laden years.
RECALL:
De Bruyne signed for Manchester City from Wolfsburg in 2015 for £55m.
His current contract sees him earn £400,000 per week, a figure City are unlikely to match if he stays.
San Diego FC have already made a statement signing with Hirving Lozano, showcasing their ambition ahead of their first season.
QUOTES:
“There’s a growing expectation that he has entered his final months in a Manchester City shirt.” — GIVEMESPORT sources
“Talks have been held with San Diego FC, who have made their ambitions for the MLS season clear.”
CITATIONS:
GIVEMESPORT reports that MLS interest has already materialized, with San Diego FC in direct communication with De Bruyne’s representatives.
Manchester City insiders insist a January departure is unlikely due to the squad’s current lack of depth.
KEEP IN MIND:
Manchester City remain hopeful of tying De Bruyne to a short-term renewal, but the player’s willingness to test himself in the MLS is growing. San Diego FC would offer him a leading role as they build their identity, but any final decisions will likely wait until the summer transfer window.
For City fans, the possibility of saying goodbye to their midfield maestro is now very real.
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