Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has addressed questions about his future as his contract with the club edges closer to its expiration in June 2024. The Belgian maestro, who has been sidelined since August due to a serious hamstring injury, revealed that his focus remains on recovery rather than decisions regarding his next career move.
Speaking candidly, De Bruyne said, “Staying or leaving? I honestly do NOT know. We will see. I’ve put basically everything to the side when I got injured. Now, I’d rather focus on getting better first, and all the rest will come. There will be talks, we’ll see.”
De Bruyne’s injury, sustained in Manchester City’s Premier League opener against Burnley, required surgery and has kept him out of action for months. While his absence has been felt, City has continued their strong performances under Pep Guardiola, but fans are eagerly awaiting the return of their talisman.
The uncertainty surrounding his contract is significant given De Bruyne’s pivotal role at the club since joining in 2015 from Wolfsburg. The 32-year-old has become synonymous with City’s dominance, contributing to five Premier League titles, multiple domestic trophies, and the long-awaited UEFA Champions League triumph last season.
With his contract set to expire in less than seven months, speculation has grown over whether De Bruyne will extend his stay or seek a new challenge. While Manchester City is reportedly keen to offer an extension, the player’s comments suggest that no decisions will be made until he evaluates his fitness and form upon returning to action.
This situation mirrors a broader trend in modern football, where top players increasingly take their time to assess their options closer to the end of their contracts. Clubs, too, face the challenge of balancing loyalty to aging players with long-term planning for the squad.
For now, the priority for De Bruyne remains clear: regaining full fitness and returning to the pitch. Fans will be watching closely to see if talks between the Belgian and the club lead to a resolution, or if the summer of 2024 brings an unexpected twist in his illustrious career.
As De Bruyne himself says, “We’ll see.”
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