Galatasaray Eyes Kevin De Bruyne as Rafael Leao Deal Stalls
Galatasaray has established a reputation for acquiring players from Serie A in recent years, and the club has been actively pursuing Portuguese forward Rafael Leao. However, if their attempts to secure Leao fall short, the Turkish club may turn their attention to Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne.
According to a report from Tuttomercatoweb, despite Napoli manager Max Allegri’s high regard for De Bruyne, the situation could evolve as the transfer window progresses.
Galatasaray has yet to meet AC Milan’s valuation for Leao, prompting the club to explore alternatives. They currently have one available slot for senior players and are strategizing on how to best utilize it. As part of these efforts, plans for a two-year contract offer to De Bruyne are underway.
In addition, Galatasaray is prepared to make a significant financial commitment to finalize the deal. The club may soon reach out to De Bruyne to gauge his interest and then proceed with a formal offer, which could influence Napoli’s position as well.
Galatasaray have become known for pouncing on to Serie A players in recent years and have been trying to sign Rafael Leao. But if they don’t sign the Portuguese, Kevin De Bruyne could become an option.
Tuttomercatoweb report that while Napoli boss Max Allegri holds the midfielder in high regard, things could change later in the window.
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Gala have failed to meet Milan’s asking price for Leao so far and they could soon be looking for alternatives. They have just one slot for senior players and they are considering how to make best use of that. As a result, plans are ongoing to present an offer to De Bruyne already, with a two-year deal ready for the Napoli player.
Gala are also willing to make a significant financial effort to seal the deal. They could soon speak to the player to verify his interest in the deal and then make a formal offer, which could shake Napoli’s intentions too.
Kaustubh Pandey – GIFN
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