Man City would sell star duo for ‘big’ fees after De Bruyne news – Stefan Borson
Manchester City would be prepared to sell some of their star players to Saudi Arabian clubs this summer if their asking prices are met.
That is the view of former Man City financial advisor Stefan Borson, who exclusively told Football Insider Ederson appears to be keen on a move to the Middle Eastern country, while the Premier League champions would be looking for a “big fee” to sell Kevin De Bruyne.
Reports have suggested Al-Nassr are prepared to offer Ederson up to £600,000 a week – three times his current salary at the Etihad.
It has also been reported that De Bruyne has “verbally agreed” personal terms with Al-Ittihad ahead of his Man City contract expiring in June 2025.
The duo have been regular fixtures in Pep Guardiola’s side during his time at the Etihad, having combined to make 714 appearances for the club.
Man City could sell star players if asking price received
Borson believes Man City would sell Ederson and De Bruyne for the right price before looking to rebuild their squad again on the back of their fourth successive Premier League title.
He told Football Insider: “City showed last summer with the sale of Mahrez that, if they get the right price, they are prepared to sell and go again with the squad rebuild.
“It will depend on whether City can get the fees they want.
“But it does look like Ederson certainly seems to be quite keen on a move.
“There are also rumours that there has been an offer for Kevin De Bruyne, which would clearly be quite a big move.
“City would probably demand quite a big fee, but he only has a year left on his contract.”
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