Kevin De Bruyne Bids Farewell to Manchester City After Legendary Run
It’s the end of an era at Manchester City. Kevin De Bruyne, one of the greatest midfielders in Premier League history, has officially announced that this will be his final season at the club. After nearly a decade of brilliance, the Belgian maestro is set to say goodbye to the Etihad.
De Bruyne took to social media to share the emotional news, making it clear that this decision was not an easy one. "Nothing about this is easy to write, but as football players, we all know this day eventually comes. That day is here," he wrote. And just like that, City fans around the world felt a wave of nostalgia, remembering the countless magical moments he’s delivered.
Since his arrival from Wolfsburg in 2015 for around $71 million, De Bruyne has been the heartbeat of Manchester City’s midfield. Six Premier League titles, a Champions League triumph, and a staggering 16 major trophies later, his legacy is firmly cemented in football history. His vision, passing, and game intelligence have made him one of the best to ever wear the sky-blue shirt.
Also Read:- Mumbai Indians Opt to Bowl First Against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025
- TSX Today: What Every Canadian Investor Needs to Know
Pep Guardiola, understandably emotional about the news, called it a “sad day” for the club. "In the Premier League, he is one of the greatest midfielders ever to play in this country. His assists, his goals, his vision in the final third—that is so difficult to replace," the City manager said.
With 118 assists in the Premier League, De Bruyne stands second only to Ryan Giggs, who holds the record with 162. But what’s even more remarkable is that De Bruyne reached his tally in just 280 appearances, compared to Giggs' 632. That’s the kind of impact he’s had—consistently delivering game-changing moments for almost a decade.
Interestingly, his journey could have taken a very different turn. Signed by Chelsea in 2012 from Belgian club Genk, De Bruyne barely got a chance to prove himself, making just two league starts before being shipped off to Wolfsburg. That setback, however, only fueled his rise. In Germany, he rebuilt his reputation, forcing Manchester City to break their transfer record to bring him back to the Premier League. The rest, as they say, is history.
Now, as he prepares to leave, one big question remains—where will he go next? His announcement didn’t reveal any details about his future, and fans are left speculating whether he’ll continue in Europe, take on a new challenge in the MLS, or perhaps return to Belgium.
Regardless of what’s next, one thing is certain: Kevin De Bruyne has given everything to Manchester City, and in return, he’s won everything. As he himself put it, “This city. This club. These people... gave me EVERYTHING. I had no choice but to give EVERYTHING back! And guess what — we won EVERYTHING.”
It’s time to say goodbye, but his legacy at Manchester City will live on forever.
Read More:
0 Comments