Kevin de Bruyne reveals plans for summer amid interest from Saudi Arabia

What would have to happen for Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City in 2024 and move to Saudi Arabia has been made public. The 33-year-old midfield player's contract at Etihad Stadium is about to expire. He has been working with City since 2015, thus no new terms have been put up as of yet, but talks are anticipated to happen eventually.

De Bruyne has spoken with HLN about his immediate plans, amidst rumors that the Middle East is interested in him. He said, “I’ve read a lot of headlines, but I haven’t spoken to anyone. I hope I can last a few more years. Everyone knows I’m under contract at City for another year. And that I haven’t talked to anyone yet. I assume there will be talks with City in the next few months. If not, I will have to look for something else. But it’s hard to say what will happen. My summer will be very quiet. I will enjoy my holidays. And then I will return to City.”

If De Bruyne were to join players like Cristiano Ronaldo in the lucrative Saudi Pro League, he might get lured to a high contract, but the Belgian stated he was just trying to line his own wallet. The Belgium midfielder added, “Look, I have more than enough money. I know that well enough. If a silly amount is offered later, then that’s not for me. That’s for all my family, my friends, my children, my great-grandchildren, my children’s neighbours.”

What lies ahead for Belgium and Kevin de Bruyne in UEFA Euro 2024?

De Bruyne's primary priority right now is UEFA Euro 2024, as Belgium gets ready for a matchup with France in the last 16 of that championship. Following continental tournament play, there will be a hiatus before possibly playing a part in City's preseason tour of the US.

Although both France and Belgium have yet found their best gear, their present performances will probably not matter much when these two neighboring countries renew their 120-year-old football rivalry, which has recently reached extreme heights. Les Bleus has won their last competitive matchup, despite the Red Devils having the higher overall record.