Kevin De Bruyne to Depart Manchester City: A Look Back at His Legendary Career
Kevin De Bruyne has announced that he will be leaving Manchester City at the end of the season after a remarkable decade with the club. The Belgian midfielder confirmed his decision on social media, expressing his gratitude and reflecting on his extraordinary journey at the Etihad.
De Bruyne, who joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015, shared a heartfelt message with fans, saying:
“Dear Manchester, seeing this, you probably realize where this is heading. So, I’ll get straight to it and let you all know that these will be my final months as a Manchester City player.”
In his message, De Bruyne reminisced about the impact Manchester has had on his life, both professionally and personally. He acknowledged that his time with the club was not just about football, but about building a family and creating lasting memories.
“Football led me to all of you – and to this city. Chasing my dream, not knowing this period would change my life. This city. This club. These people… gave me EVERYTHING back! And guess what – we won EVERYTHING.”
Throughout his tenure, the 33-year-old has been central to Manchester City’s success, helping the club secure 16 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and their first-ever UEFA Champions League victory in 2023.
Dear Manchester. 💙 pic.twitter.com/2EdhVYOLti
— Kevin De Bruyne (@KevinDeBruyne) April 4, 2025
A Grateful Farewell to the City
De Bruyne also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people of Manchester, particularly the fans who have supported him throughout the years.
“Suri, Rome, Mason, Michele, and I are beyond grateful for what this place has meant to our family. ‘Manchester’ will forever be on our kids’ passports – and more importantly, in each of our hearts.”
He ended his message with a call to fans, encouraging them to cherish the final moments of the season together:
“Every story comes to an end, but this has definitely been the best chapter. Let’s enjoy these last moments together! Much love, Kevin.”
As he prepares for his next challenge, De Bruyne’s impact on Manchester City will be forever etched in the club’s history.
Kevin De Bruyne’s Trophy Haul at Manchester City:
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Premier League Titles: 6 (2017/18, 2018/19, 2020/21, 2021/22, 2022/23, 2023/24)
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FA Cup: 2 (2019, 2023)
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UEFA Champions League: 1 (2022/23)
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EFL Cup: 5 (2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021)
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Community Shield: 3 (2018/19, 2019/20, 2024/25)
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FIFA Club World Cup: 1 (2024)
As De Bruyne gears up to bid farewell to Manchester City, fans and football lovers everywhere will remember his contributions to one of the most successful eras in the club’s history.
