Guardiola reveals key factor for De Bruyne's contract extension

Manchester City has yet to decide on extending Kevin De Bruyne's contract, and head coach Pep Guardiola has shared insights on what might influence this decision.

Details: The manager of the reigning English champions emphasized that the primary factor in negotiations will be the player's future performances, with the club needing to make a thoughtful and balanced decision.

Quote: "He has had issues over the last year and a half, as have many players this year. Of course, when he is fit and able to play regularly, I have said many times that he is a crucial and decisive player for us.

What happens next—how he performs until the end of the season, his age, and other factors—I think the club needs to consider all of this. Maybe we’ll sign him, maybe we won’t sign anyone. The club has to be wise; we shouldn’t sign players just for the sake of it. I don’t know if this will happen," Guardiola stated.

Reminder: Previously, De Bruyne himself admitted that he is not currently in talks with the club about a new contract.