The Saudi Pro League is attempting to develop the best division in the world by attracting the world’s most prominent players. They were successful in luring Jordan Henderson and Ruben Neves to the Gulf State during the summer window but were unable to persuade other players, like as Mohamed Salah, to make the transition. 

De Bruyne, like Salah, has long been a goal for SPL executives, and TEAMtalk understands that he may be persuaded to leave Manchester City and European football entirely next summer. 

There was no official approach for the 32-year-old in the summer transfer window, but TEAMtalk sources state that he was ‘sounded out’ over a move to Saudi. Since joining Man City from Wolfsburg in 2015, De Bruyne has been one of Pep Guardiola’s most essential players, winning everything including five Premier League titles and a Champions League. However, the Belgian is nearing the end of his career, and Man City is considering prospective successors and tactical alternatives to life without him.