Pep Guardiola’s approach has only benefited the midfielder according to compatriot Alexandre Teklak, now a TV pundit in De Bruyne’s native Belgium.
Sports Witness carry the Royal Excel Mouscron defender’s quotes, in which he says: “I think Guardiola has moulded his team around De Bruyne.
“He must’ve told himself that with someone of de Bruyne’s passing quality, he needed to get people moving around him.
“He really needs other players around him to shine, and Guardiola ensures that. I think he’s the manager who’s going to help him surpass himself, because De Bruyne can’t do everything on his own.”
Meanwhile, ahead of the Blues’ Champions League opener with Feyenoord, we have the usual pre-match predictions to peruse.
And Sky Sports’ Charlie Nicholas is confident City will not only turn in an eye-catching performance in Rotterdam, but also enjoy a good run in Europe this season.
“I think we’ll get a real statement from City here,” he said.
“If John Stones can grow into Guardiola’s system then they could go all the way with their undoubted attacking talent. I can see them being the highest scoring side in Europe this season.”
One man who may not agree with Nicholas’ views is Feyenoord midfielder Karim El Ahmadi, who has expressed confidence in his side’s ability to pick up a result.
The Moroccan told the Club’s official website: “It’s a very attractive match and a challenge too.
“We have shown before that we can play well and win against big teams. So, we go into the match confident and, of course, we will enjoy it too.
“We have respect for our opponents, without being in awe.’
That’s it for today, Blues. Stay tuned to mancity.com for all the build-up ahead of tonight’s game.
