Kevin De Bruynes Farewell to Manchester City: A Legends Journey to Napoli
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne is reportedly set to leave the English giants and join Italian club Napoli next season, according to ESPN. The 33-year-old midfielder joined City in 2015 for a £55 million transfer from VfL Wolfsburg and has since helped the club win six Premier League titles and the Champions League crown in 2023. Despite wanting to remain in Manchester, he was told the club would not extend his contract after his current deal ends in June. The move comes after City opted not to renew De Bruyne's contract, which will end in June. He is set to make his final appearance for City on Sunday at Craven Cottage against Fulham. Despite interest from clubs in the Premier League, Bundesliga, and MLS, Napoli has emerged as the front-runner for De Bruyne's services. Formal negotiations are expected to take place following the Premier League season's conclusion and are expected to go smoothly. With 72 goals and 118 assists for City, De Bruyne has the second-most assists in Premier League history behind Ryan Giggs' 162. The team currently sits third in the league table behind Arsenal and champions Liverpool with a 20-8-9 (W-D-L) record and 68 points. As he prepares for his last game with the Citizens, De Bruyne will be remembered as one of the greatest midfielders in Premier League history. His departure will undoubtedly leave a void in the City midfield, but the club can be proud of his achievements and contributions to the team over the years. De Bruyne's impact on the game will be felt for years to come, and his legacy as a player will be remembered by fans and pundits alike.