Kevin De Bruyne Leaves Manchester City After 10 Years
Kevin De Bruyne Leaves Manchester City After 10 Years
Etihad is coming to an end
According to Transfermarkt, Kevin De Bruyne’s current market value is estimated at €27 millions
Kevin De Bruyne, the midfield maestro who has been a cornerstone of Manchester City’s success over the past decade, has announced that he will be leaving the club at the end of the season.
The Emotional Farewell from De Bruyne
In a heartfelt post, De Bruyne wrote:
“Dear Manchester, seeing this message, you probably already know where this is heading. So, let me get straight to the point: these will be my final months as a player at Manchester City.”
The announcement, though expected, still shocked fans who have grown accustomed to seeing De Bruyne at the heart of City’s midfield.
De Bruyne reflected on the journey that brought him to Manchester, admitting:
“Football has led me to all of you and this city. Following my dream, without knowing that this period would change my life. This city. This club. These people… have given me EVERYTHING.
I had no choice but to give EVERYTHING back! And guess what – we’ve won EVERYTHING.”
Kevin De Bruyne announces he will be leaving Man City after 10 years and 18 trophies with the club 💙 pic.twitter.com/bBy4LvrDpK
— B/R Football (@brfootball) April 4, 2025
A Decade of Glory at Manchester City
The Belgian playmaker joined Manchester City in 2015 from Wolfsburg for a reported €76 million.
Over the course of 413 appearances for the club, De Bruyne has scored 106 goals and provided 174 assists, making him one of the most prolific and influential players in Premier League history.
During his 10-year stint at City, De Bruyne won an impressive array of titles, including:
6 Premier League titles
2 FA Cups
5 League Cups
3 FA Community Shields
His contributions on the field were pivotal in transforming Manchester City into one of the most dominant forces in European football under the management of Pep Guardiola.
A Legacy to Remember
De Bruyne’s departure marks the end of an era for Manchester City.
He leaves behind a legacy of individual brilliance and team success, having played a vital role in City’s dominance over the last decade.
While fans will surely miss his creativity and vision, De Bruyne’s impact on the club will forever be etched in the history of Manchester City.
As he prepares to embark on the next chapter of his career, De Bruyne expressed his gratitude towards the club, its staff, teammates, and the fans, saying,
“This will always be our HOME. We can never thank the city, the club, the staff, the teammates, the friends, and the family enough for this 10-year journey.”
