“This city gave me everything,” Kevin De Bruyne pens emotional farewell message to fans

• Manchester City's long-time midfield general, Kevin De Bruyne, has announced he will leave the club at the end of the season, ending a 10-year reign of brilliance
• De Bruyne shared the emotional news in an open letter to fans, stating it was time to close this unforgettable chapter of his career.
• In his farewell message, De Bruyne declared, “We won EVERYTHING,” celebrating a trophy-laden spell that included Premier League and Champions League triumphs.

Manchester City’s midfield maestro, Kevin De Bruyne, has confirmed that he will leave the club at the end of the current campaign, bringing to a close a glittering decade-long spell at the Etihad Stadium.

In a heartfelt open letter shared via his social media accounts on Friday, April 4, the 33-year-old Belgian revealed that the decision was deeply personal and emotional, but inevitable.

De Bruyne admitted the words were difficult to write, acknowledging that football careers are destined to evolve, 

“That day is here, and you deserve to hear it from me first,” he wrote. 

Having joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015, De Bruyne rapidly became a central figure in what would become one of the most dominant eras in English football.

During his tenure, the creative midfielder helped Manchester City lift every major trophy available, including multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, League Cups, and the coveted UEFA Champions League. In his letter, he proudly declared, 

“And guess what—we won EVERYTHING.”

However, it wasn’t just the silverware that left a lasting mark on De Bruyne. Reflecting on his journey, he credited the city, club, and its people for giving him far more than football glory, 

“This city. This club. These people… gave me EVERYTHING. I had no choice but to give EVERYTHING back!” he wrote passionately.

He shared personal sentiments about how Manchester had become home for his family, naming his wife Michèle and their children Suri, Rome, and Mason, 

“Manchester will forever be on our kids’ passports, and more importantly, in each of our hearts,” he added.

De Bruyne also extended his gratitude to the coaching staff, teammates, and fans who supported him through highs and lows. He described the last ten years as “the best chapter” of his career.

As Manchester City continue their pursuit of more trophies this season, De Bruyne remains an influential figure wearing the number 17 shirt. 

He urged fans to cherish the remaining moments together, 

“Let’s enjoy these last moments together!”

De Bruyne’s accolades at Man City

During his iconic spell at Manchester City, Kevin De Bruyne amassed a staggering collection of individual and team honours that justified his place among the Premier League’s all-time greats.

The Belgian midfielder was twice named Premier League Player of the Season, first in the 2019/20 campaign and again in 2021/22. 

In the 2021/22 season alone, he netted 15 league goals, one of his most prolific scoring campaigns.

But De Bruyne’s impact extended far beyond scoring. His creativity and vision revolutionised City's attacking play. With 118 Premier League assists, he sits second on the all-time list, only behind Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs (162). 

According to stats provider Opta, De Bruyne owns the best minutes-per-assist ratio in Premier League history among players with 50+ appearances, averaging one assist every 177 minutes. That record remains unparalleled in the competition’s long and storied history.

Team-wise, De Bruyne played a critical role in helping City lift six Premier League titles (2018, 2019, and 2021–2024), a UEFA Champions League trophy in 2023, and two FA Cups (2019 and 2023). 

His dominance also stretched into domestic cups, having won five English League Cup titles. On the international stage with City, he added both the 2023 UEFA Super Cup and the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup to his cabinet.

This extraordinary collection of silverware and statistical supremacy proves why De Bruyne’s departure will mark not just the end of a chapter but the close of a golden era for Manchester City.

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