Kevin De Bruyne announces Manchester City exit after decade-long spell

Kevin De Bruyne Bids Farewell to Manchester City: A Legendary Era Ends

Manchester City’s talisman midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne, has confirmed he will part ways with the club at the end of the 2024/25 season. The Belgian star shared the news on social media, thanking the club, his team-mates and fans just hours before Tuesday's big game.

Mancini – A decade of success at Manchester City

De Bruyne arrived at Manchester City in 2015 from Wolfsburg for a then-bargain £55 million. The years that followed saw him become one of the most important midfielders in Premier League history, leaving an incredible legacy:

• 413 appearances for Manchester City
• 106 goals and 174 assists
• City’s record assist-maker in Premier League history (115 assists)
• Six Premier League titles
• Two FA Cups, five League Cups
• 2022/23 treble-winning season's Champions League winner

What’s Next for De Bruyne?

De Bruyne is reportedly set to join San Diego FC, a new Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise co-owned by one of his former team-mates Juan Mata. He reportedly turned down offers from Saudi Arabia to join the U.S. for the next phase of his glittering career.

Pep Guardiola’s Tribute to a Great

Manager Pep Guardiola has described De Bruyne as “one of the greatest midfielders to ever play in England.” His exit, which brings the curtain down on an era, means De Bruyne was the final player still standing from the squad Guardiola inherited from Manuel Pellegrini ahead of the 2016 season.

Manchester City Bid Farewell with a Heavy Heart

As the 2024/25 season matures, Manchester City fans will get to say goodbye to their transcendent ball magnet. De Bruyne’s on- and off-the-pitch contributions to the club will live forever in City’s history.

So stay tuned for Kevin De Bruyne’s next move, and more on Manchester City’s future without one of the all time best play makers!