I think he came to City specifically to prove to the world (and in particular Gareth Southgate) that he's not that maverick type player, that he can follow instructions and work to a plan and doesn't actually have to be the main man.
Maybe the whole situation's changed now and he doesn't have to maintain that image anymore and could go to one of those clubs and shine and still get picked for England which obviously means a whole lot to him.
I am a fan, I think he's learned a lot with us and although he hasn't set the world alight as I'd hoped he would (and as you could argue the price tag demands he should) I think he's learned and grown and helped us a lot. Equally, in order to do that, he's had to suppress a lot of what made him special to start with.
If (and it really is an if at the moment, we simply don't have enough evidence) as some people think, his relationship with Pep had broken down irreparably, it'd be best for everyone if he moved on. If it's more a case that he's had some injuries and personal problems thst the club has supported him through and when all is sorted he wants to repay that support by pushing himself to be his best, then I'd be more than happy for him to stay.