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DE BRUYNE A FREE AGENT? VILLA & FABREGAS' COMO CONSIDER BOLD SWOOP FOR MAN CITY LEGEND

Villa and Fabregas’ Serie A Side Consider Bold Swoop for Man City Legend

In a stunning twist to the summer transfer window, Aston Villa and Cesc Fàbregas’ Como are reportedly weighing up moves for Manchester City icon Kevin De Bruyne, who could become a free agent if he does not renew his expiring contract.

The 32-year-old Belgian maestro, whose current deal runs until 2025, has yet to agree to an extension at the Etihad, sparking speculation that he could seek a new challenge—with Unai Emery’s Champions League-bound Villa and newly promoted Como emerging as surprise contenders.

Why De Bruyne Could Be Available

1. Contract Standoff at Man City

📉 No agreement on extension yet – Talks stalled over length of deal

🔄 Pep Guardiola planning midfield evolution (Phil Foden’s central role growing)

💸 Wage bill concerns – City may prefer younger options

2. Potential Free Agency in 2025

🔹 If no new deal is signed, he could leave for free next summer

🔹 Clubs may try to sign him now at a reduced fee

The Two Surprise Suitors

Aston Villa’s Appeal

🏆 Champions League football – First time since 1983

⚽ Emery’s progressive system – Perfect for De Bruyne’s creativity

🤝 Monchi connection – Villa’s director knows him from Sevilla links

Como’s Wildcard Pitch (Led by Fàbregas)

🇮🇹 Ambitious project – Newly promoted to Serie A

💎 Fabregas factor – Ex-teammate could convince him

🌍 Lifestyle appeal – Lake Como’s prestige

Obstacles

🚫 De Bruyne may prefer elite club if he leaves City

💰 Wage demands could be too high for Villa/Como

🔵 Man City still hopeful of renewal

What’s Next?

City to push for contract resolution post-Euros

Villa monitoring situation closely

Como’s interest depends on takeover funding

Could De Bruyne really join Villa or Como? Or will he see out his career at City?