Kevin De Bruyne could stay in England: Man City midfielder opens door to joining Premier League rival with decision already made to leave Etihad Stadium

Kevin De Bruyne has refused to rule out remaining in the England after his spell with Manchester City comes to a close at the end of this season.

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WHAT HAPPENED?
The 33-year-old was speaking to Norwegian journalist Jan Aage Fjortoft about his future. When quizzed on the challenges left in his career, De Bruyne suggested he'd be open to any and all offers, including staying in England.

WHAT KEVIN DE BRUYNE SAID
Speaking to Fjortoft, De Bruyne said: "There is always a challenge, you know. I don’t know what’s going to happen next season. If teams come and then convince me that they have a nice sport project. I know I am obviously not the youngest anymore. I still think I am able to perform on the highest level. I don’t know what teams are interested or what they want to do. Whatever project [is] available - I am willing to listen. I love football - I love to play football and if a nice project comes and my family is also good with that, we will be able to make a decision."
When pressed on whether his career in England was over, De Bruyne replied: "I don’t know. Honestly I don’t know. The decision to leave has not been long. Nothing can be decided in one week in the football world. I haven’t seen my family since the decision. I have to speak to them and then I will see whichever team wants me. So I don’t know. I have no idea."
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Earlier this week, it was announced the Belgian midfielder would move on from the Etihad Stadium after ten stellar seasons. He leaves with six Premier League winners' medals, a Champions League title and two PFA Players' of the Year awards.

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DID YOU KNOW?
De Bruyne's comments came out after a virtuosic display in City's come-from-behind 5-2 victory over Crystal Palace.GOAL gave the City legend a 9/10 for his performance, as he logged a goal and an assist.
WHAT NEXT FOR KEVIN DE BRUYNE?
A consummate professional, De Bruyne will be laser focussed on helping his teammates qualify for next season's Champions League, even if he won't be turning out for the Cityzens in the new term. An away trip to Everton next Saturday is quickly followed by a midweek tilt against fellow top five hopefuls, Aston Villa.

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