Frank Christian
On May 20, Manchester City secured a 3-1 victory against Bournemouth, marking Kevin De Bruyne’s last home game with the team.
Recently, De Bruyne announced his decision to depart from the Etihad Stadium following the current season, prompting fans to prepare for a heartfelt farewell to their star midfielder.
The atmosphere during De Bruyne’s last home match was charged with emotion, as the packed stands honored their cherished Belgian player. The experienced midfielder received a unique framed shirt signed by teammates and club staff, as well as a lifetime Manchester City Season Card.
A touching video tribute was showcased on the large screen within the stadium. Earlier that day, the 33-year-old attended a ceremony at the City Football Academy where a distinctive mural celebrating his impact at the club was revealed.
As De Bruyne gets ready to conclude his ten-year chapter at City, the club has revealed plans to create a statue in his honor to commemorate his remarkable career in Manchester.
What did Kevin De Bruyne say about his statue at Man City?
In remarks following the farewell event, De Bruyne expressed to Matchday Live presenter Natalie Pike that the statue symbolizes him as a permanent part of the club.
“It signifies that I will always remain a part of the club. Whenever I visit with family and friends, I will see myself here, so I will always be around.”
Since joining the Etihad in 2015, De Bruyne has achieved 108 goals and 177 assists across 421 appearances. With 19 significant trophies in a decade at City, he leaves as a club legend.
De Bruyne’s next steps are yet to be determined, as he considers his options for playing at least another year while also preparing to lead Belgium in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup next summer.
The former VfL Wolfsburg playmaker has reportedly received interest from Serie A contenders Napoli, along with multiple offers from MLS franchises.
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