De Bruyne is one of the greatest midfielders in the history of the Premier League. He made 416 appearances for Manchester City and was a vital cog in the club's successful run under the coaching of Pep Guardiola.

Manchester City and Belgium international midfielder Kevin De Bruyne said he was surprised that the club failed to offer him a new contract. Kevin De Bruyne’s current deal at the Etihad Stadium is set to expire after this season,

De Bruyne arrived at the Etihad from VfL Wolfsburg in 2015 and has been a key player in Pep Guardiola's squad for a decade now. The Belgian's contributions on the pitch for City have earned him a place among the club's legends as well as put him alongside record holders in the Premier League.