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BREAKING NEWS KEVIN DE BRUYNE REVEALS HIS FRUSTRATION AS £80M STAR SNUBS MAN CITY FOR MANCHESTER UNITED MOVE.

In what can only be described as one of the most dramatic transfer stories of the season, Kevin De Bruyne has publicly expressed his disappointment after failing to convince his £80 million international teammate to join Manchester City. The star midfielder, who has long been one of Pep Guardiola’s trusted lieutenants, admitted he was “shocked” by the player’s decision to choose Manchester United instead.
According to close sources, De Bruyne personally reached out to the Belgian sensation in an attempt to persuade him to move to the blue half of Manchester. However, despite his influence and the lure of joining one of Europe’s most successful teams, his compatriot had already made up his mind — and that decision was Old Trafford.
“I did everything possible to change his mind,” De Bruyne reportedly said. “But he told me this was his dream, that he wanted to be part of something new. I can’t say I understand it, but it’s his choice. I just wish him the best — even though I’m not happy about it.”
The unnamed star, believed to be one of Europe’s most sought-after attacking midfielders, has been on the radar of multiple top clubs across the continent. Manchester City were confident of securing his signature after holding advanced talks in the summer, but Manchester United’s persistence — and the vision presented by new boss Ruben Amorim — proved decisive.
For Manchester City, this comes as a serious blow. Guardiola’s side, who have dominated English football for the past few seasons, were keen on refreshing their squad with young, dynamic talent capable of leading the next era. Losing such a major target to their cross-city rivals adds extra tension to what is already one of football’s fiercest rivalries.
Meanwhile, for Manchester United, the signing represents a massive coup. INEOS, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has been determined to rebuild United into a team capable of competing with the very best. The addition of this Belgian star fits perfectly into their strategy — youthful, ambitious, and technically brilliant. It’s the kind of transfer that signals United’s intent to return to the top of English and European football.
A club source revealed, “This deal is part of a long-term vision. We’re not just signing players; we’re building a culture of ambition and excellence. The manager and recruitment team see this signing as a cornerstone of our project.”
Negotiations between the two clubs are said to be at an advanced stage, with the total package expected to be around £80 million plus performance-based add-ons. Personal terms have already been agreed, and the official announcement could come as early as January.
Fans have taken to social media in excitement, flooding timelines with posts celebrating the potential arrival. Many are already imagining how the Belgian maestro will link up with Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Benjamin Šeško in what could become one of the most creative and explosive attacking units in Europe. “If this deal goes through, we’re unstoppable,” one fan wrote.
On the other side of Manchester, reactions have been much less cheerful. City supporters expressed disbelief that the club failed to close the deal, especially given De Bruyne’s personal involvement. “We had him, we literally had him — and now he’s going to United,” lamented one City fan on X.
Whether or not De Bruyne’s words will sting the player remains to be seen, but the message is clear — Manchester United are back in the market with serious intent. Under Ruben Amorim’s new philosophy, every signing carries purpose, and this one could define the next chapter of the club’s resurgence.
If everything goes according to plan, Manchester United may have just pulled off the signing of the January window — a deal that not only strengthens their squad but also sends a powerful message to their noisy neighbours: the red half of Manchester is rising aga
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