Kevin De Bruyne’s Premier League career will not necessarily end when he leaves Manchester City in the summer, with Chelsea joining Aston Villa in the race to sign the veteran Belgium playmaker.

De Bruyne has earned the respect of many. Those who despise him were likely on the other end of some of his magical moments. The business side of the sport is very real. If the club can figure that out, adding him to Aston Villa will be a welcome move.