The guy who might potentially take Kevin De Bruyne’s spot in Pep Guardiola’s squad has apparently already been chosen by Manchester City.
De Bruyne, who is 33 years old, is widely regarded as one of the finest midfielders who have ever played in the Premier League. However, he has seen a significant decline in his performance throughout the 2024/25 season, despite the fact that he has still managed to record four goals and seven assists.
In a post that he made on social media on Friday (August 4), De Bruyne confirmed the news that many people had anticipated by stating that the upcoming few months will be his final time working for Manchester City.
The message that De Bruyne authored and shared on his social media accounts said, “Seeing this, you probably realise where this is heading.”
So, without further ado, I’ll get right down to business and let you all know that the upcoming months will mark the end of my career as a footballer for Manchester City.
As football players, we are all aware that this day will ultimately arrive, despite the fact that nothing about this is simple to write. That day has here, and you have earned the right to become aware of it through my message first.
“Football was the driving force behind my arrival in this city and in everyone of you. As I pursued my ambition, I had no idea that this time would forever alter the course of my life. It is this city. It is this club. I am indebted to these individuals for everything. I had no other option except to return all that I had taken! What’s more, we were victorious in every single category.
We are going to have to part ways, regardless of whether we like it or not. My family, Suri, Rome, Mason, and Michele, along with myself, are quite appreciative for the significance that this location has held for our family. “Manchester” will be etched indelibly on the passports of our children, and more significantly, it will remain in each of our hearts forever.
This will forever be our place of residence.
It is impossible for us to express our gratitude to the city, the club, the staff, our teammates, our friends, and our family for this ten-year adventure.
On the other hand, who will take over for the six-time Premier League champion in the upcoming season?
Florian Wirtz, an offensive midfielder who plays for Bayer Leverkusen and Germany, has been chosen by City as the one who might potentially look to replace the void in Pep Guardiola’s team, as reported by the Mail.
Xabi Alonso’s team has two years left on Wirtz’s contract, and he is reputedly valued at more than £85 million. Wirtz, who is 21 years old and has played in the Bundesliga this season, has tallied nine goals and 10 assists.
However, if City is interested in signing the German athlete this summer, they may face competition from other clubs such as Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. With players like Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Nicolás González, all of whom were bought during the winter transfer window, matching this description, the probable addition of Wirtz would be in line with the current trend of City buying players who are 25 years old or younger in order to decrease the average age of their team.
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