Kevin De Bruyne confirms Manchester City exit at end of 2024-25 season

The Belgian midfielder will become a free agent after the end of the season.

At the end of the current campaign, Kevin De Bruyne will leave Manchester City as a free agent, he has announced.

In the summer of 2015, the elegant Belgian midfielder made his comeback to England after a difficult spell at Chelsea. He has since won six Premier League championships, making him a legend in the league. In addition to winning the League Cup, FA Cup, and Champions League, De Bruyne has made more than 400 appearances for City.

De Bruyne’s current deal will end in the summer. After ten years of devoted service at the Etihad Stadium, the Belgium midfielder will now look for a new adventure, which could be out of Europe.

De Bruyne has said in an emotional message to Manchester City fans on social media: “Dear Manchester. Seeing this, you probably realise where this is heading. So I’ll get straight to it and let you all know that these will be my final months as a Manchester City player.

“Nothing about this is easy to write, but as football players, we all know this day eventually comes. That day is here – and you deserve to hear it from me first.

“Football led me to all you and – and to this city. Chasing my dream, not knowing this period would change my life. This city. This club. These people… gave me EVERYTHING back! And guess what – we won EVERYTHING.

Dear Manchester. 💙 pic.twitter.com/2EdhVYOLti

— Kevin De Bruyne (@KevinDeBruyne) April 4, 2025

“Whether we like it or not, it’s time to say goodbye. Suri, Rome, Mason, Michele and I are beyond grateful for what this place has meant to our family. ‘Manchester’ will forever be on our kids’ passports – and more importantly, in each of our hearts.

“This will always be our HOME. We cannot thank the city, club, staff, teammates, friends and family enough for this 10-year ride.

“Every story comes to an end, but this has definitely been the best chapter. Let’s enjoy these last moments together! Much love, Kevin.”

With 118 assists, Kevin De Bruyne is ranked second on the all-time list of Premier League assist-makers, behind only Manchester United great Ryan Giggs (162). The Saudi Pro League and Major League Soccer are two potential landing destinations for the Belgium international.

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