Former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has shed light on the circumstances that led to Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne’s departure from the club. Mourinho revealed that during a pre-season tour in Asia, which included stops in Indonesia and Thailand, there were plans for De Bruyne to be loaned out to a German team. However, Mourinho intervened, expressing his desire to keep the midfielder with the squad rather than sending him out on loan.
Despite Mourinho’s initial insistence on retaining De Bruyne, the player eventually left Chelsea. He has since established himself as a key player for Manchester City in the Premier League, where he continues to showcase his midfield prowess. De Bruyne, a Belgian international, has been recognized for his exceptional playmaking abilities and has become one of the most influential midfielders in the league.