Dream midfielder model
It is not too much to call Kevin De Bruyne the player with the best passing ability in the modern Premier League era, with legs that seem to have a trick, controlling the ball wherever he wants. The Belgian midfielder's ability to handle with both feet is almost perfect.
He can use his left foot - considered a weaker leg - with the same accuracy as his right foot as many other players. De Bruyne is the true emprise of a comprehensive football player.
Multi-purpose is one of De Bruyne's most outstanding qualities. During his time at Man City, he was used in many different positions in the attack, from central midfielder to attacking midfielder, even the number 9 fake. With his natural talent and intelligence on the pitch, De Bruyne was once trusted to take on the position of defender in case of emergency.
A memorable season for the " centurions" when they broke the record with 100 points marked by De Bruyne's perfect version. He has played in 37 matches, starting 36 matches, scoring 8 goals and having 16 assists. He is an indispensable pillar in the squad considered the most stable in Premier League history.
The 1991-born star was also named "Premier League Player of the Year" for the 2019-2020 and 2021-22 seasons, winning the Premier League's Most Assisted Player award three times in 2017-18, 2019-2020 and 2022-2023.
Low notes in the ending
Over the past decade, along with a series of collective titles with Man City, De Bruyne has also achieved many impressive individual achievements.
He equalled Thierry Henry's record of 20 assists in a season; has had 4 seasons with at least 16 assists.
He is now second in the Premier League's all-time assist list, behind only Ryan Giggs - although the Welsh legend has been involved in the league for 12 seasons more than De Bruyne.
De Bruyne has reached the milestone of 100 assists in just 56 matches, faster than any player in history.
The dynamism in counter-attacks, passes and crosses, corners, free kicks combined with speed, the precision of the Belgian midfielder always surprises the opponent.
As coach Pep Guardiola pointed out, the difference lies in the fact that he maintains these wonderful qualities and stability, until the injury occurs...
The 2022-2023 Champions League final, despite bringing a happy ending to a historic treble, was the start of a difficult period for De Bruyne.
A serious hamstring injury in Istanbul has led to a series of short-term and long-term absences, culminating in the first 4 months of the 2024-2025 season.
In important matches this season, especially the matches against Arsenal and Real Madrid, De Bruyne has to sit on the bench. Injuries have slowed him down and cost him confidence in his body.
Time waits for no one, and De Bruyne's peak seems to have come to an end. This could be the perfect time for both sides to say goodbye.
He expressed that Manchester City will forever be deeply in his family's heart. On the other hand, another version of him will forever be with the Etihad.
In the near future, De Bruyne will soon be immortal with a bronze statue, standing tall outside the sanctuary of the team he has devoted his entire brilliant career to.
