Kevin De Bruyne, the iconic Manchester City midfielder, has announced that he will be leaving the club at the end of the season. In a heartfelt social media post, De Bruyne shared his emotions with the fans, expressing his gratitude and reflecting on his journey at the club.
Addressing the city and its people, he wrote: "Dear Manchester, Seeing this, you probably realise 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."
Acknowledging the difficulty of his decision, De Bruyne added, "Nothing about this is easy to write, but as football players, we all know this day eventually comes. That day is here - and you deserve to hear it from me first."
De Bruyne, who joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015, has been instrumental in the club’s success over the past decade. He has helped secure 14 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2023. Reflecting on his time at the club, he shared, "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. I had no choice but to give EVERYTHING back! And guess what - we won EVERYTHING."
The Belgian star also expressed his family's deep connection to Manchester, saying, "Whether we like it or not, it's time to say goodbye. Suri, Rome, Mason, Michèle, 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. This will always be our HOME."
As De Bruyne's contract approaches its end in June, his involvement in the Club World Cup remains uncertain. Nonetheless, he remains focused on making the most of his remaining time at the club, concluding his message with, "Every story comes to an end, but this has definitely been the best chapter. Let's enjoy these last moments together! Much love."
De Bruyne's departure marks the end of an era for Manchester City, but his legacy as one of the club's greatest players will undoubtedly endure.
