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Chicago Fire Lead MLS Race to Sign Kevin De Bruyne

The Belgian star is in advanced talks with Chicago Fire as he weighs MLS offers against European and Saudi options.

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Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester City v Aston Villa - Etihad Stadium, Manchester, Britain - April 22, 2025 Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates after the match REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo
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Overview

  • Kevin De Bruyne has confirmed he will leave Manchester City at the end of the 2024–25 season after a decade with the club.
  • Chicago Fire FC is in advanced discussions to sign De Bruyne on a Designated Player contract, leveraging its available DP slots.
  • Inter Miami retains De Bruyne’s MLS discovery rights but cannot sign him due to its three DP slots being occupied by Messi, Busquets, and Alba.
  • De Bruyne has expressed a preference for MLS over Saudi Arabia but is also considering offers from D.C. United, NYCFC, and European clubs.
  • Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter has emphasized the club’s ambition to build a top-tier squad, with De Bruyne seen as a transformative addition.