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Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, doesn't think Kevin De Bruyne will change the game anymore.
Manchester City will play Liverpool in the 26th round of the English Premier League (EPL) in the 2024-2025 season at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England on the 24th (Korea time). Manchester City can move up to third place if they win this match.
Ahead of the match, Guardiola was asked whether The Bruyne would play or not. This is because De Bruyne stayed only on the bench in the second round of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) round of 16 playoff against Real Madrid.
On this, Guardiola said "It was only my decision. The Bruyne can run. At home, he played against Real"He explained that he did not let The Bruyne go by his choice. Then "It's just a decision based on what I've seen for a number of reasons. It is by no means a personal matter.'
He also said "Maybe because of the requirements and the strengths and weaknesses we have, the physical issues, the way we play because of a lot of other things. We need a more controllable game, not jumping up and down" also mentioned tactical reasons. In other words, the Bruyne is not very helpful to the team in Manchester City's current tactics.
One of the icons of EPL, The Bruyne, but in the end, the passage of time was irresistible. Even if he is a legend with 105 goals and 173 assists for Manchester City, The Bruyne is now a player who can't help Manchester City much. Born in 1991, it is inevitable that his performance declines as he enters his mid-30s.
It is understood that Guardiola and Manchester City are currently preparing to say goodbye to The Bruyne. Jack Goheon, a reporter for the British Daily Mail, said ahead of the match against Liverpool that Manchester City plans to release about five of several players, including The Bruyne, in the upcoming summer. Reporter Go Heon is one of the most intelligent reporters on Manchester City. Manchester City is already preparing to recruit Florian Birz as The Bruyne's successor.
The Bruyne has yet to renew his contract with Manchester City, with his contract expiring at the end of this season. Even if he re-signs with Manchester City, he is expected to play for only one more season. If The Bruyne does not remain in Manchester City, he is likely to go to Saudi Arabia and the United States.
Meanwhile, Guardiola said, `My relationship with The Breiner is special. I am indescribably grateful for what he has done for me, for the team, for everyone."
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
