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De Bruyne May Skip Man City’s World Cup to Avoid Injury Before Summer Move
Kevin De Bruyne has suggested he might skip the Club World Cup with Manchester City, as he weighs his future beyond the club. The Belgian midfielder, 33, is nearing the end of his contract and is expected to become a free agent this summer.
With the Club World Cup set to take place in the US between June and July, De Bruyne would need to sign a short-term deal to take part. But he’s not convinced that’s a smart move. Speaking about the situation, De Bruyne expressed concern about the risk of injury during the tournament, especially with a potential transfer on the horizon.
“If I pick up an injury at the Club World Cup, then what? No one’s going to look after me at that point,” he said, adding that while there’s still a chance he could play, it’s unlikely. His comments hint at a player focused on protecting his future, rather than taking unnecessary risks in a competition that comes just as he prepares to move on.
Chelsea player Enzo Fernández is in discussions to join Manchester City. This information was revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who shared that the two clubs are discussing a potential deal.
He wrote: “Enzo Fernández has a verbal agreement with Manchester City on personal terms.
“Deal depends on club-to-club decision, as #MCFC have not sent an official bid yet, but contacts will take place soon; decision on price is up to Chelsea.
“Enzo could be out again this weekend.”
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca mentions his captains for the team. He mentions Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland.
He shared “We have experienced players. For sure, we have leaders. Now we need to wait four or five more days until the transfer window closes to see if we can add one or two more captains to Ruben [Dias] and Erling , who at the moment are the two captains.”
Maresca confirmed the pair as part of his leadership group ahead of the 2026/27 season, with two more captains expected to be selected after the transfer window closes.
Chelsea manager speaks on the team and shares thoughts on considering a change in goalkeepers, giving another goalkeeper, Mike Penders, a chance.
“Penders is part of the squad, so he has an opportunity. We will decide and then I am giving the team tomorrow to the players, so I prefer to respect that they know first.”
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