According to sources who spoke to Football Insider, Man City is getting ready to have in-person discussions over Kevin de Bruyne’s future in the coming weeks.
In light of mounting transfer rumors, senior writer Pete O’Rourke stated on the most recent episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast that the midfield player would soon have to decide where his long-term future will be.
De Bruyne, 33, will be free to talk about a move outside starting in January after his contract expires at the end of the current campaign.
The midfielder is reportedly a “viable option” for San Diego FC, who will join the MLS the following season since they have shown interest in acquiring him from City.
The Belgian is a primary target for the California-based team, who are eager to create an impression with some high-profile additions before entering the top flight.
Talks with De Bruyne have been put on hold because of his inconsistent fitness record, according to a September Football Insider story.
However, the club is eager to evaluate the situation and determine where everyone stands as the midfielder’s contract nears its last six months.
In light of MLS interest, Kevin De Bruyne will speak with Man City.
Due to his ongoing injury problems, De Bruyne has only made six appearances for City this season and four appearances in the Premier League.
The midfielder missed 35 games last season due to a hamstring injury that he suffered in September, and he has missed 13 games thus far.
The midfield player missed six more games in the 2023–24 season owing to fitness issues in addition to the games he missed because of his hamstring injury.
Given the financial stakes, those worries have prompted discussions behind the scenes at the Etihad about extending his contract past the end of the current campaign.
Football Insider stated that the club may try to sign Florian Wirtz, so they have also been thinking about their alternatives to replace De Bruyne during the summer window.
After Middle Eastern clubs showed interest during the summer transfer window, San Diego’s interest coincides with rumors of a high-profile move to Saudi Arabia.
If De Bruyne decides to leave the club, his future might be settled as early as January because sit-down talks are scheduled for the upcoming weeks.
