Kevin De Bruyne Tried to Convince Teammate to Join Man City, but £80M Star Chose Another Club
Manchester City fans may feel a sense of disappointment after Kevin De Bruyne admitted he was unsuccessful in persuading his international teammate to sign for the club. Despite his efforts, the highly sought-after £80 million-rated player has decided to join another top European side instead.
The Belgian midfield maestro revealed in an interview that he personally encouraged his fellow countryman to consider Pep Guardiola’s project at City. However, despite De Bruyne’s influence, the player ultimately chose a different path and has already agreed on personal terms with an undisclosed club ahead of the summer transfer window.
De Bruyne Reacts to City’s Missed Opportunity
While De Bruyne’s vision on the pitch is unmatched, his efforts off it couldn’t sway his teammate’s decision. Speaking on the situation, he said:
“I did everything I could to convince him to join City, but he decided on another club instead. I respect his choice, though I truly believe he would have been a great fit for our style. It’s a big opportunity for him, and I understand why he made that decision.”
Though De Bruyne didn’t name the player or his destination, speculation suggests that the footballer in question is a Belgian international, possibly a teammate of Jeremy Doku, who has been linked with a big-money move in recent months.
City’s Search for Alternatives Continues
With personal terms already agreed elsewhere, Manchester City will now have to explore other transfer options. Guardiola had reportedly identified the £80 million-rated star as a perfect addition to his squad, but the player’s decision has left City looking for alternatives.
As fans speculate about where the talented star is heading, the question remains—will City regret missing out on him? Only time will tell.
