Kevin De Bruyne announced his departure from Manchester City in a heartfelt letter to the fans, revealing that the coming months would be his last as a player for the club. He acknowledged that the news might not be easy for supporters to hear, emphasizing that as football players, they all know such a day eventually arrives, and he wanted the fans to hear it directly from him first.
De Bruyne reflected on how football had brought him to Manchester and the club, describing how chasing his dream—without knowing how transformative that period would be—changed his life. He credited the city, the club, and its people for giving him everything, stating that he felt compelled to give everything back in return. He proudly shared that their collective efforts had led to winning everything.
Also Read: Newcastle United End 70-Year Major Trophy Drought with Carabao Cup
Acknowledging the inevitability of his exit, De Bruyne admitted that whether the fans liked it or not, the time had come to say goodbye. He expressed deep gratitude to the city, mentioning his wife Suri, children Rome, Mason, and Michele, and how much the place had meant to their family. He assured fans that “Manchester” would forever be on their kids’ passports and, more importantly, in their hearts, as the city would always be their home.
De Bruyne extended his thanks to the city, club, staff, teammates, friends, and family for the incredible 10-year journey, calling it the best chapter of his career. He encouraged the fans to enjoy the remaining moments together, signing off with much love and his initials, KDB, alongside his jersey number, 17.
Kevin De Bruyne’s Departure Timeline from Manchester City
Manchester City has officially confirmed that Belgian footballer Kevin De Bruyne will be departing the club at the conclusion of the 2024/25 season. Speculation about KDB’s potential exit had swirled last season, but the midfielder remained with the team for another year. As his contract draws to a close, De Bruyne will become a free agent, marking the end of an illustrious chapter with the Citizens.