What they say is that everything good has to end. Following the talismanic Kevin De Bruyne’s recent public announcement that he will be leaving Manchester City at the end of the 2024–2025 season, that has resonated among the Etihad Stadium supporters.
Arriving as a youthful attacking midfielder, who some have called a “flop” because of his time with Chelsea, the Belgian turned into a creative genius who can play a pass like a pro and will end his time in the Premier League as a legend.
In his public statement, he said, “Nothing about this is easy to write,” but as football players, we all know that this day will come. That day has here, and I should tell you about it first because you deserve it.
The 109-cap Belgium international, who is considered to be among the greatest midfielders in Premier League history, will be leaving on a free transfer when his contract expires in the summer. However, according to Bet365’s odds, which teams are most likely to sign him? The Belgian could play alongside or against Messi or Ronaldo in both the Saudi Pro League and MLS.
Moving to the MLS or the Saudi Pro League are alluring choices for people who seemingly can no longer handle the rigors of European football or who are just looking for a big pay day.
The six-time Premier League winner has reportedly always been interested in ending his playing career in the United States, and as of right now, the odds are 5/4 for him to be the MLS’ biggest summer signing.
Though De Bruyne is also at 12/1 to follow in the footsteps of the pioneering Cristiano Ronaldo, insiders have told GIVEMESPORT’s Tom Bogert that a possible move to the famed MLS team San Diego FC is not currently in the works.
Is De Bruyne Wearing a Liverpool Shirt?
With odds of 8/1, Aston Villa is barely behind the Reds.
Though De Bruyne is also at 12/1 to follow in the footsteps of the pioneering Cristiano Ronaldo, insiders have told GIVEMESPORT’s Tom Bogert that a possible move to the famed MLS team San Diego FC is not currently in the works.
Is De Bruyne Wearing a Liverpool Shirt?
With odds of 8/1, Aston Villa is barely behind the Reds.
In other news, Unai Emery’s Aston Villa has been given odds of 8/1, and it is also likely that they will stay in east Manchester, albeit at a 12/1. Newly promoted Leeds United, who will be searching for firepower, is also in the running, and Newcastle United, who demonstrated their ability to win trophies by winning the 2024–25 League Cup, has odds of 25/1.
A Comeback to the Bundesliga
Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich are two possible contenders.
De Bruyne, a former Champions League champion, truly established himself in England. However, it would be naive to overlook his time spent playing for teams like VfL Wolfsburg and SV Werder Bremen in Germany’s top division.
De Bruyne became one of the most sought-after commodities in world football, particularly for the former, after scoring 20 goals and dishing out 37 assists in 73 games. City’s enlistment of his services was sufficient, but could he turn on them ten years later?
Returning to Die Wölfe is not off the cards, either. It may seem unlikely but, according the betting odds, De Bruyne lining up under the green and white of his previous employers is presently at 28/1, which is less likely than him playing under Vincent Kompany’s wing in Munich.
Bayern Munich, following the announcement that Thomas Muller’s contract will not be extended at the end of the campaign, are also credited with odds of 18/1. Champions League football would be all-but certain, as would the possibility to win trophies.
Does PSG Have a Chance?
The extremely affluent French side was able to pay him.
Free transfers are great for potential purchasers, but they don’t account for his high salary. He is currently earning £400,000 a week, but it is possible that he will accept a cut when he leaves.
In any case, it’s difficult to find a team that can compete with Paris Saint-Germain, the Ligue 1 champions and one of the largest teams to never win the Champions League, when it comes to paying out salaries freely. The odds for them to get his services are 20/1.
Like Bayern, PSG would give De Bruyne a path to the top table in Europe, and he has demonstrated that he can still play at the highest level. The club is also close to England, so his family would have to relocate very little, which is crucial for Belgium’s creator-in-chief. A Sensational Homecoming to Genk The midfielder progressed through their academy ranks between 2005 and 2008.
As a way to stay loyal to their roots and give the fans of their various boyhood clubs a final farewell, many football players have spent the final years of their careers at the club where they began.
Among them are: While his countryman Arjen Robben began and ended his career at Groningen, Robin van Persie began and ended his career at Feyenoord. Carlos Tevez, who rejoined Boca Juniors 13 years after leaving, is another member of the limited group.
With KRC Genk, a team he played 113 games for between 2008 and 2012 in the early years of his now-famous career, among the possible suitors for his well-equipped services in the engine room, the 33-year-old may be about to have a full circle moment. It’s definitely worth seeing for sentimental reasons.
See the whole set of odds for William Hill below:
Next Club Odds for Kevin De Bruyne
The next club
The odds
Any club in the MLS
5/4
Napoli
9/4
Liverpool
9/2
Villa Aston
8/1
City of Manchester
12/1
Any club in Saudi Arabia
12/1
The Bayern Munich
18/1
Chelsea
20/1
Saint-Germain, Paris
20/1
Milan AC
20/1
Milan Inter
20/1
Juventus
20/1
Newcastle United
25/1
Barcelona
25/1
Real Madrid
25/1
The Arsenal
28/1
Wolfsburg VfL
28/1
Genk KRC
33/1
Real Madrid
33/1
Leeds United
33/1
