Kevin De Bruyne labelled 'biggest genius' in Premier League history as incredible direct corner assist for John Stones leaves Liverpool stunned in top-of-the-table clash

De Bruyne's perfectly executed low corner caught out the Liverpool defence and found Stones, who turned in the ball at the near post. The defender had lost Darwin Nunez and was aided by Nathan Ake blocking off Alexis Mac Allister's path to clear the ball. The cross from De Bruyne had to be spot on - and it was.

Fans flocked to X to heap praise on De Bruyne.

@10blended wrote: "Kevin De Bruyne is the biggest genius this league has ever seen."

Another user, @HawkesCr7, said: "Kevin De Bruyne is absolutely unbelievable. That’s ridiculous."

Another, @MusialaEra, claimed: "Kevin De Bruyne should have won the Ballon d‘Or at some point."

@RobertoRojas97 was astounded: "That's an unbelievable pass from De Bruyne to leave Stones unmarked to score with ease. Great goal that comes straight from the training ground."

Meanwhile, @CFC_Janty wrote: "De Bruyne hit the corner taken quickly in Trent’s backyard after those comments he made this week."

Speaking at half-time for Sky Sports, Roy Keane threw yet more acclaim on the quality of De Bruyne. The former Manchester United captain highlighted the Belgian as the difference maker in a tight game between the title contenders. Keane said: "Not many players in the world can do what he's done. The delivery has to be 100 per cent right and it is. The delivery is simply fantastic."

Since returning from injury, De Bruyne has once again proved himself to be one of the best players in the league. Since the turn of the year, the Belgian has been involved in 13 goals (two goals, 11 assists) in 12 games - more than any other Premier League player in all competitions, per OptaJoe. Since signing for Manchester City, De Bruyne has led City to countless trophies and placed himself alongside the best midfielders in history.

City ended up being held to a 1-1 draw at Anfield, with a second half penalty from Alexis Mac Allister earning Liverpool a crucial point, which puts them level with Arsenal at the top of the table. Still, the champions are just a point further back and won't stop dreaming of another treble. Should they complete it, De Bruyne may well end his career considered the best ever in his position.