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May 21, 2025 03:23-04:00

Pep Guardiola breaks down in tears during Kevin De Bruyne's farewell presentation as Man City commission statue for legendary midfielder outside Etihad Stadium

Pep Guardiola broke down in tears as Kevin De Bruyne bid an emotional farewell to the Etihad after his final game there as a Manchester City player.

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WHAT HAPPENED?
The club decided against renewing his contract, so on Tuesday, De Bruyne played his last game for City at the Etihad in their 3-1 win over Bournemouth. During the 33-year-old's leaving presentation on the pitch, manager Guardiola was reduced to tears.

THE BIGGER PICTURE
De Bruyne will arguably go down as City's greatest ever player. And to mark his legendary status, the club have announced they will build a special statue of the attacking midfielder outside the Etihad after a decade of "incredible" service.
On this honour, he said: “It means I will always be part of this club. Whenever I come back with family and friends, I will be able to see myself so I will always be here.”
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DID YOU KNOW?
Over the course of 421 appearances for City, De Bruyne has scored 108 goals and notched 177 assists. He has also won a Champions League, a UEFA Super Cup, a FIFA Club World Cup, six Premier Leagues, five Carabao Cups, and two FA Cups in a glittering spell with the club.

WHAT NEXT?
De Bruyne will prepare for his final City game on Sunday away to Fulham, before the search begins for his next club.

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