Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola couldn’t control his tears as Manchester City fans gave an emotional farewell to Kevin de Bruyne after 3-1 win against Bournemouth in the Premier League fixture at the Etihad Stadium in London on May 21. This turned out to a final home game for Bruyne with Manchester City as he is set to leave the club after 10 years.
After the match, the Man City fans paid a heartfelt tribute to Kevin de Bruyne and gave him the title of ‘King Kev.’ Along with this, the club has also announced to honour the Belgian midfielder with a special statue as a tribute to his service for the club for 10 years. As Bruyne was receiving special farewell from the fans, City coach Per Guardiola was also seen teary-eyed while looking at his club’s best midfielder.
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There are players who are irreplaceable: Pep Guardiola on Kevin de Bruyne
Kevin de Bruyne had a memorable stint with Manchester City from 2015 to 2025. In these 10 years, he won 16 trophies with the club. Talking about Bruyne’s legacy, City boss Pep Guardiola said how important he was for the club and can never be replaced.
“It’s a sad day. He (Kevin) will be missed. On the other side, I think it was a lovely day for him to make again a contribution to achieve that victory that is of massive importance,” Guardiola was quoted as saying by Sportstar.
“There are players who are irreplaceable, of course, so difficult to do. It’s not about how much they provide in goals or assists or incredible steals. (It’s) the connection, the way you play, and year by year, provide for this club that the people love,” he further added.
