Pep says City need to think carefully about what to do with De Bruyne.

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Pep says City need to think carefully about what to do with De Bruyne

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted the Citizens need to think carefully about the future of veteran playmaker Kevin De Bruyne, whose contract expires at the end of the season.

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The 33-year-old midfielder has played a key role in City’s six league titles and Champions League triumphs over the past 10 seasons. However, he has been plagued by injuries over the last two campaigns, starting just eight league games this term. With his contract set to expire, he could negotiate and sign a pre-contract with a foreign club this summer, meaning he could leave on a free transfer at the end of the season.

Pep said De Bruyne has struggled with injuries over the past year and a half, like many players, but when he is fit and playing regularly he is a key player for the team. Often making the game-changing plays at crucial moments.

As for whether the club will extend De Bruyne’s contract. Pep said it depends on a number of factors, including his age. The club has to consider the issues carefully.

Regarding the reinforcement in the winter market after City’s poor form this season. Pep said that buying players in this market is not easy. Sometimes we may sign new players or not. The ทางเข้า UFABET สำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ สมัครวันนี้ รับโบนัสฟรี club has to think carefully, not just buy and go. We need to strengthen the team at this time because the team has many injured players. But I’m not sure if it’s possible or not.