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Kevin De Bruyne has made a decision on joining a Premier League club this summer
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Published 17:38 21 May 2025 GMT+1

Kevin De Bruyne has made a decision on joining a Premier League club this summer

Kevin De Bruyne was given a Manchester City send-off at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday after the 3-1 win over Bournemouth.

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Kevin De Bruyne has made a decision on where his next destination will be after receiving an emotional Manchester City send-off on Tuesday night.

After 10 trophy-laden years, De Bruyne played his final game at the Etihad Stadium in the 3-1 win over Bournemouth ahead of his contract expiring in the summer.

The Belgian, arguably City's greatest ever player, received a standing ovation when he left the pitch in the second half and had a special ceremony after the game.

De Bruyne received a lifetime season ticket, signed keepsakes and his own road/mosaic - while a statue outside the stadium has also been commissioned.

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Despite his legacy and affiliation with City, De Bruyne had refused to rule out staying in the Premier League after settling in England with his wife and young family.

After the FA Cup final defeat to Crystal Palace, De Bruyne told reporters that he has "to take a decision that works for all of us" and said, "Maybe" when asked if he could play for another side in the Premier League.

Kevin De Bruyne has made decision on his next club as odds revealed

But in a new update, Mike McGrath of The Telegraph claims the former Chelsea star has ruled out moving to a rival on a free transfer.

Writing on X, the journalist said De Bruyne's "next club will be abroad" - with the 33-year-old heavily linked with clubs in the MLS, the Saudi Pro League and Serie A side Napoli.

According to Oddschecker, any club in Italy has odds of 1/4, with Napoli installed as the second favourites.

A move to the MLS or Saudi is priced at 5/2 and 8/1, while a switch to Spanish football is an outside shout at 10/1.

Kevin De Bruyne has played his final home game for Manchester City. Image: Getty
Kevin De Bruyne has played his final home game for Manchester City. Image: Getty

Asked about playing his last game at the Etihad, De Bruyne said: "A bit weird. I don't know. It's been unbelievable to have the 10 years that I've had over here. It's been an unbelievable ride, an absolute pleasure.

"I want to bring joy to people, play offensive football, creative, that is what I am on the pitch and I want to have fun. I think we had a lot of fun over the 10 years. You win, you lose sometimes. It was a joy working really hard and creating something for this club which brought the club much better than it was before. I'm super proud."

De Bruyne could make his 422nd and final City appearance on Sunday when Pep Guardiola's men travel to Fulham for the final day of the Premier League season.

City climbed up to third in the Premier League after winning their game in hand and are two points clear of Newcastle.

Featured Image Credit: Getty

Topics: Manchester City, Kevin De Bruyne, Premier League

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