Kevin de Bruyne opened his unbelief in Manchester City not to offer him a new deal.
The 33-year-old announced at the beginning of this month that he would leave Etihad as Free Agent as soon as his contract expires at the end of June.
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It will bring an end to ten trophy years in City, in which he won six Premier League titles, two FA trophies, five league cup and a Champions League.
It was not only recognized as one of the best players in the city, but also as one of the greatest sizes of all time that de Bruyne would not remain a shock for the fans.
His future was the source of many speculations after another season with injury -related hit, in which he was limited to 23 league excursions.
But he still broke ten target contributions, which led to the hope of supporters of the city that a short -term deal could be agreed.
However, de Bruyne has opened up about his upcoming departure and the city, which has decided to hand over fresh terms.
The Belgian playmaker informed the written media of how the football director of City, Txiki Begiristain and CEO Ferran Soriano, informs him that he will be released this summer during a short meeting.
De Bruyne spoke about City’s decision: “There was a bit of shock.
“I had no offer from them all year round and the club made a decision.
“Obviously I was a bit surprised, but I have to accept it.
“To be honest, I still think that I show at this level as I show, but I understand that clubs have to make decisions.”
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De Bruyne also commented on how he tried to make up for over a week with the decision before he went public in his announcement.
He added: “It was half a week until I reported it and it was not nice. My family was not at home.
“They were on vacation, so it was a bit strange, but it is what it is.
“After the decision was made and when I came out, it was more of a relief than I reported to the outside world when I knew and nobody knew.
“You don’t know what to do with the emotions with everyone and how to deal with it in the club.
“Now it’s out, it’s okay and people see how I am. I try to do my best and play for the team. I love playing football, so that’s it.”
Talksport understands that Inter Miami is interested in the player, which could link him to Lionel Messi.
In the meantime, it is assumed that the MLS competitors of Herons Chicago Fire are also in the race for the services of de Bruyne.
Although de Bruyne relies heavily on Europe, it remains open to the stay in the Premier League.
He noticed: “I don’t feel uncomfortable. I told you (City’s Chiefs) that I have the feeling that I still have a lot to give.
“I know I’m not 25 anymore, but I still have the feeling that I can do my job. I am open to everything because I have to look at the whole picture.
“I look at sporting reasons, family and everything together and what makes the most sense for me and my family.
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“I still have the feeling that I can play at a good level, but after I have to make a decision if I really know a little more.”
For de Bruyne, he hopes to end his season with the city in the FA Cup.
And he will help City in the Champions League next season to seal City her place in the Champions League, with Pep Guardiola’s men with five remaining games on the table.