Erling Haaland has paid an emotional tribute to Manchester City teammate Kevin De Bruyne, calling him the “king of assists” in a heartfelt message shared on social media. The Norwegian striker, who has thrived under De Bruyne’s precise passing and vision, posted:
Check out his post below!
“What a player, thank you for everything @kevindebruyne!”
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The post comes amid strong reports that De Bruyne will be leaving Manchester City this summer, sparking an emotional wave across the football world. De Bruyne has been a central figure in Manchester City’s era of dominance, playing a crucial role in their Premier League triumphs, Champions League victory, FA Cup wins, and multiple Carabao Cup titles.
Since Haaland arrived at City in 2022, the duo has formed one of the most lethal partnerships in European football. In their first season together, they helped the club secure a historic treble, with Haaland breaking Premier League scoring records and De Bruyne leading the assist charts once again.
Now, with talks of a potential departure, Manchester City is reportedly planning to honor De Bruyne with a statue outside the Etihad Stadium, according to football journalist Fabrizio Romano, recognizing his legendary status alongside the likes of David Silva, Vincent Kompany, and Sergio Agüero.
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Despite recent success, the club suffered a setback after losing the Carabao Cup final to Crystal Palace, a rare miss in an otherwise golden run for the team.
As speculation grows over De Bruyne’s next move, Haaland’s tribute reflects the deep respect shared within the squad and among fans worldwide. Whether he stays or goes, De Bruyne’s legacy at Manchester City is secure, etched in trophies, assists, and soon, possibly, bronze.
