Article by Sebastian Vasile – published on Sunday, April 20, 2025, 19:17 / Updated Sunday, April 20, 2025 7:17
Kevin de Bruyne (33 years old), who will leave Manchester City after 10 years spent on Etihad, confessed that he was surprised by the club's decision not to offer him the extension of the contract.
The Belgian midfielder announced his departure At the beginning of April. Unlike Mohamed Salah or Virgil Van Dijk from Liverpool, De Bruyne was not offered the opportunity to extend his contract.
De Bruyne, shocked by Manchester City's decision: “I was a little surprised”
After announcing his departure on social networks, the 33-year-old midfielder acknowledged that he was “somewhat shocked” by the club's decision.
“It was a little shock. I did not receive any offer from them throughout the year, and the club made a decision. Obviously I was a little surprised but I have to accept it. Honestly, I think I can still play at the level I show, but I understand that the club's heads had to make decisions, “he said.
“” It was half a week until I announced and it was not easy. My family was not at home. They were on vacation, so it was a little weird, but that's it. After I made the decision, it was a relief to make it public, compared to the moment I knew only. I like to play football, so that's it, “said Kevin de Bruyne.
I don't feel strange. I told them (City's sports director, Txiki Begistain, and CEO Ferran Soriano) that I feel like I have more to offer! I know I'm not 25 years old, but I feel like I can still do my job. I am open to anything, because I have to analyze the situation as a whole.
– Kevin de Bruyne
Kevin de Bruyne and Pep Guardiola / Photo: Imago Images
De Bruyne: “I feel like I have a lot to offer”
In the current season he only played in 19 matches, being affected by injuries. The Guardian wrote that he could transfer to Saudi Arabia or the US this summer. However, De Bruyne claims to be prepared to continue at the highest level.
“I feel like I have a lot to offer. I am open to any opportunity.”said the Belgian.
De Bruyne came to Manchester City in August 2015 in Wolfsburg, managing to win 16 trophies, including six titles in the Premier League and the Champions League, being the most decorated player in the club's history. He played in 413 matches, scoring 106 goals and offering 174 decisive passes.
