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Manchester City Eyes Wirtz Amid De Bruyne Exit Rumors

2/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Manchester City is bracing for the possible exit of star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne as his contract nears its end this summer. The club has set its sights on 21-year-old Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, who has dazzled fans with 15 goals and 12 assists this season. However, City will need to fend off rival clubs eager to secure his talents.

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As Kevin De Bruyne's contract winds down, Manchester City eyes young talent Florian Wirtz. This mirrors past transfer sagas, like De Bruyne's own £58 million move to City in 2015, showcasing the club's aggressive pursuit of top players to maintain dominance in football.

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Manchester City is bracing for the possible exit of star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne as his contract nears its end this summer. The club has set its sights on 21-year-old Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, who has dazzled fans with 15 goals and 12 assists this season. However, City will need to fend off rival clubs eager to secure his talents.

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