Kevin De Bruyne is set to leave Manchester City when his contract expires at the end of June 2025. The club has opted not to offer him a new deal, a decision that took the 33-year-old Belgian midfielder by surprise. He revealed that the club’s Director of Football, Txiki Begiristain, and CEO, Ferran Soriano, informed him of this decision during a brief meeting, leaving him in shock and needing several days to process the news .
Despite ongoing injury issues that limited his appearances this season to 24 league games, De Bruyne still managed to provide three goals and seven assists, proving he can contribute at the top level . His departure has led to speculation about his next destination, with interest rumored from MLS and Saudi Arabian clubs, including Inter Miami. Meanwhile, during Sky Sports coverage, Manchester United legend Roy Keane jokingly suggested De Bruyne could join United, eliciting laughter in the studio .
Former Chelsea winger Joe Cole has urged the club to re-sign Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer following the player’s announcement that he will leave Manchester City at the end of the 2024-25 season. Cole believes De Bruyne’s experience and leadership could greatly benefit Chelsea’s youthful squad, despite his injury history .
De Bruyne has hinted he wants to continue playing, and while linked with MLS and Saudi moves, he hasn’t ruled out staying in the Premier League. His recent strong performance against Crystal Palace shows he remains a top-class player .
