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Kevin De Bruyne Set for Final Etihad Farewell as Man City Chase Champions League Spot

The departing playmaker is unlikely to feature in the Club World Cup, while Guardiola focuses on securing a top-five Premier League finish and addressing Jack Grealish's uncertain future.

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Overview

  • Kevin De Bruyne will leave Manchester City when his contract expires on June 30, after a decade of success including six Premier League titles and a Champions League win.
  • De Bruyne has expressed hesitancy about playing in the FIFA Club World Cup, citing injury concerns ahead of his free-agent status this summer.
  • Pep Guardiola has not guaranteed De Bruyne a starting spot in his final home game against Bournemouth, prioritizing team performance in the race for Champions League qualification.
  • Manchester City currently sit sixth in the Premier League and need at least four points from their final two games to secure a top-five finish and Champions League football next season.
  • Jack Grealish's future at the club remains undecided, with Guardiola deferring discussions to City’s directors and the player’s agents after a season of limited appearances.