Kevin De Bruyne to the Saudi second tier?! Al-Qadsiah plotting stunning move for Man City assist king - but there's a catch

Saudi second-tier side Al-Qadsiah have remarkably set their sights on the Belgian playmaker, according to Asharq Al-Awsat. A move would be contingent on promotion, but the Khobar club expect to reach the Saudi Pro League and hope to lure the City star to boost their hopes of becoming a big name in the top flight.

It is not clear if De Bruyne will be interested in making the move to Saudi Arabia any time soon, however. The 32-year-old's contract at City expires in 2025 and he remains an important figure in the team, but the ex-Chelsea player has managed just one Premier League appearance so far this season, having sustained a muscle injury in the first game of the season.

De Bruyne is at the top of Al-Qadsiah's list of international targets for the summer transfer window. They are not the only Saudi team linked with him, though, as it was reported in October that Al-Nassr hope to meet with his agent to discuss a possible transfer.

The attacking midfielder will continue his rehabilitation with the aim of getting fit and back into action in the near future.