Kevin De Bruyne makes transfer decision on future after Man City legend hinted at Premier League stay
KEVIN DE BRUYNE has ruled out moving to a Premier League club.
The Manchester City legend is set to leave at the end of the season when his contract expires.
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Kevin De Bruyne has made a decision on his future
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He has been linked with several clubs and sparked rumours he might stay in the Prem after stating he was "open for anything".
When asked about remaining in England, De Bruyne said: "I'm open for anything, anything, just for because I have to look at the whole picture."
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