Get the biggest City transfer window stories, analysis and updates delivered straight to your inbox Kevin De Bruyne has revealed he was 'afraid' of going in for duels on occasions during his comeback from injury.
The Manchester City talisman made a dazzling return to the pitch on Thursday as he inspired Belgium to a comeback victory over Denmark and helped them advance to the knockout stages.
De Bruyne's participation in Euro 2020 had looked in doubt when he was substituted after a collision with Antiono Rudiger in the Champions League final defeat to Chelsea.
The 29-year-old suffered an acute nose bone fracture and left orbital fracture but made a quick recovery after undergoing a short surgery last week with the agreement of City
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