Pep Guardiola wouldn’t sell Kevin De Bruyne for £250m Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager insists he wouldn’t sell Kevin De Bruyne for £250 million. An interview with Guardiola during the international break incorrectly translated him as having said De Bruyne had a buyout clause in his contract.
Guardiola clarifies that he had in fact meant that, as far he is concerned, £250m wouldn’t be a high enough fee for the Belgium midfielder. Asked if De Bruyne has a release clause, Guardiola said: “No I don’t think so. When Jorge Valdano (interviewer) asked me about selling (De Bruyne) for £250 million, I say no, but it’s my personal opinion. In England there are not release clauses so you have to negotiate with the club.” De Bruyne was eased back into action as a substitute for City’s opening weekend clash at Arsenal, but suffered a knee ligament injury in training the following week. “He’s not fit for tomorrow but he’s progressing well. The doctor said……Read more