Major League Soccer (MLS) has seen impressive growth in recent years. Lionel Messi's signing with Inter Miami marked a turning point, and since then, several major figures in world soccer have followed in his footsteps.
Luis Suárez and Jordi Alba are just some of the players who have decided to join the American league. Now, a new star could be heading to MLS.
Is De Bruyne Heading to MLS?
The Belgian midfielder, key at Manchester City, will evaluate his future after announcing that he will leave the club at the end of the season.
At 33 years old and with a brilliant career, De Bruyne has scored 189 goals in 10 seasons in the Premier League, one of the most competitive leagues in the world. After this success, several teams have shown interest in signing him, but according to Fabrizio Romano, Chicago Fire leads the race for the Belgian.
Chicago Fire: The New Destination?
Chicago Fire is going through a challenging time in MLS. With only three victories in ten matches and an 11th place in the Eastern Conference, the team needs reinforcements.
De Bruyne could be the missing piece to improve their performance. Under Gregg Berhalter's direction, the Fire seeks to regain their competitive level. Despite the difficulties, the club will seek to sign the midfielder, who would arrive as a franchise player and bring his quality.
De Bruyne's Preference: MLS or Europe
Although Chicago Fire seems to be the favorite, they are not alone in the race for De Bruyne. Teams like D.C. United and NYCFC have also inquired about the Belgian.
However, Inter Miami, Messi's team, can no longer sign more franchise players, so their chances of signing De Bruyne are practically nil.
De Bruyne has stated that he prefers MLS over other destinations, like Saudi Arabia, and has made it clear that he is open to new opportunities. "I'm considering the sporting aspect, the family, everything together," said the Belgian, who has not yet made a final decision. MLS represents an attractive option for him, but he doesn't rule out a return to the Premier League or an adventure elsewhere in Europe.
A Signing That Would Change the Dynamics of MLS
If the signing is confirmed, Kevin De Bruyne's arrival would be a major coup for MLS. The Belgian would join other big names like Messi, Suárez, and Alba, further elevating the level of the American league.