One of the Premier League rivals from Manchester City has held first conversations about signing Kevin De Bruyne – who will leave the current champions in the summer – according to a report.
De Bruyne spoke with the written media during the weekend and revealed that he was shocked and surprised when he was informed by City's director of football, Txiki Begiristain and CEO, Ferran Soriano, during a short meeting that his contract would not be renewed. Pep Guardiola was involved in the decision, but not part of the meeting where De Bruyne was informed.
“There was a little (from shock),” De Bruyne admitted. 'I had no offer from them all year round and the club made a decision. It was clear that I was a bit surprised, but I have to accept it. To be honest, I still think that I can perform at this level as I show, but I understand that clubs have to make decisions, “the Belgian added.
'I am open to everything (next) because I have to look at the whole picture. I look at sporting reasons, family and everything together and what is the most logical for me and my family. I still feel that I can play at a good level, but after I have to make a decision as soon as I really know a little more. '
There have been suggestions in the Fallout since De Bruyne could therefore stay in the top flight, because they were previously associated with the MLS and the Saudi Pro League.
But he refused to exclude the Premier League and according to Sky Sports Villa is one of the parties from the top flight that asked for a movement.
The SUN report that De Bruyne would like to stay in the UK with his family that Premier League has warned.
The publication also reports that Inter Miami, Chicago Fire, NYCFC and DC United have also taken steps to sign the Belgian.
It is said that they have asked about his professional and financial expectations, which the Como of Italy, managed by CESC Febregas, is also thought that they will keep an eye on any movements.
Former captain of Manchester United Roy Keane in the meantime joked that he could sign for the Red Devils so as not to have to move the house.
“He has lit the Premier League for so long,” said former Newcastle Shay Shay keeper, during Sky Sports' reporting about the City Villa match on Tuesday evening. 'Kevin will admit that he is not at its peak, but you can see that he still has a lot to offer. He can pop up at another Premier League club and that is a concern for City.
Keane interrupted: 'United? He should not move. '
De Bruyne has a maximum of seven domestic games to City, with the club still has five league games to play and a semi -final of FA Cup.
It is unclear, but if he will play in the club world this summer. His contract ends on June 30, so he was able to play in the group stage at least, but a decision about his participation before he leaves the club has not yet been taken.