has cast a doubt over his participation at the Club World Cup in June because he fears getting injured before he leaves .
The Belgian playmaker is out of contract at the end of the season and will become a free agent. However, he could potentially sign a short-term extension that would enable to him to play in the newly expanded tournament which will feature 32 teams and will be played in the USA.
“I think in a way I have to take care of myself because if I get injured in the Club World Cup, what am I going to do,” said De Bruyne.
“Nobody’s going to take care of me at that point. So there’s a big chance probably I won’t play it, but I don’t know. I have to take care of my family. I’ve got three kids, my wife, it’s not an easy process at this time,” he added.
The 33-year-old will leave City after 10 years and 14 major trophies.
De Bruyne missed a chance to add to his vast trophy cabinet as City lost the FA Cup final 0-1 to Oliver Glasner’s plucky Crystal Palace team.