Advertisement League of Ireland Horse Racing TV Listings GAA Fixtures The Video Review Sport meets news, current affairs, society & pop culture Rugby Weekly Extra Dive into all the news and analysis 3 times a week The Football Family Weekly insights from the week’s big talking points Advertisement More Stories Kevin De Bruyne.Alamy Stock Photo FreeFarewell Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City at the end of the season De Bruyne has spent 10 years at the Etihad. 12.27pm, 4 Apr 2025 Share options KEVIN DE BRUYNE is to leave Manchester City when his contract expires this summer, the player has announced. The Belgium playmaker has helped City to six Premier League titles and the Champions League since signing in 2015. The 33-year-old said in a statement on X that he would be saying goodbye to Manchester in the coming months. “I’ll get straight to it and let you all know that these will be my final months as a Manchester City player,” he said. “Nothing about this is easy to write, but as football players, we all know this day eventually comes. Advertisement “That day is here – and you deserve to hear it from me first. Dear Manchester. 💙 pic.twitter.com/2EdhVYOLti— Kevin De Bruyne (@KevinDeBruyne) April 4, 2025 “Football led me to all of you – and to this city. “Chasing my dream, not knowing this period would change my life. “This city. This club. These people … gave me EVERYTHING. “I had no choice but to give EVERYTHING back! “And guess what – we won EVERYTHING. “Whether we like it or not, it’s time to say goodbye.” Speculation over De Bruyne’s future has grown throughout the season. His influence on the side has decreased as fitness issues have taken their toll over the past two campaigns. He nevertheless will leave the Etihad Stadium having been one of the most influential players in the club’s history. He added: “Whether we like it or not, it’s time to say goodbye. Every story comes to an end but this has definitely been the best chapter.” Press Association Viewcomments Send Tip or Correction Embed this post To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Email “Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City at the end of the season”. Recipient's Email Feedback on “Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City at the end of the season”. Your Feedback Your Email (optional) Report a Comment Please select the reason for reporting this comment. Please give full details of the problem with the comment... This is YOUR comments community. Stay civil, stay constructive, stay on topic. Please familiarise yourself with our comments policy before taking part. Leave a Comment Submit a report Please help us understand how this comment violates our community guidelines. 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