Manchester City is set to offer Kevin De Bruyne a new contract, potentially amounting to £1 million per week. Despite lucrative offers from the Saudi Pro League, the 33-year-old Belgian, deeply attached to life at the Etihad and with his three young children considering Manchester home, is inclined to stay.
Currently under a £375,000-a-week contract with 18 months remaining, City aims to extend De Bruyne’s tenure until the summer of 2026, celebrating over a decade of his service. Returning from a five-month injury hiatus, De Bruyne played a pivotal role in City’s 3-2 victory at Newcastle, contributing a goal and an assist.
Expressing a newfound energy and focus post-injury, De Bruyne sees the lay-off as beneficial for regaining composure. City manager Pep Guardiola lauded De Bruyne as a legend, emphasizing his importance to the team’s success. The midfielder’s individual talent, instrumental in key moments, is seen as crucial for City’s aspirations, especially with challenging fixtures ahead.
Despite initial skepticism surrounding his £55 million transfer from Wolfsburg in 2015, De Bruyne has evolved into a stalwart for City, potentially securing his legacy as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League era. His contributions have been instrumental in City’s triumphs, including five titles, a Champions League, two FA Cups, and five EFL Cups.
