Bittersweet Farewell: Pep Guardiola Dreams of an Etihad Statue for Kevin De Bruyne

NLB Staff

06.04.2025 00:13

Pep Guardiola Bets on a Statue for Kevin De Bruyne’s

Man, what a rollercoaster it’s been hearing Kevin De Bruyne’s leaving Manchester City this summer. I’ve watched him weave magic on the pitch for a decade—those pinpoint passes, that vision—and now, Pep Guardiola’s tipping his hat, betting big on a statue for the Belgian maestro outside the Etihad. Can’t say I blame him. De Bruyne’s a legend, plain and simple, a guy who’s hoisted every trophy imaginable, from the Premier League to the Champions League.

Pep’s voice cracked with emotion talking about it. “A sad day,” he said, reminiscing about icons like Aguero and Kompany who’ve left before. “But a happy one too—his humility, his impact… we couldn’t have dreamed this success without him.” You feel that, don’t you? The sting of goodbye mixed with pride. I remember my first City game, De Bruyne threading the needle like it was nothing. Now, with over 400 appearances, he might cap it off with an FA Cup swan song.

Picture this: a bronze De Bruyne, mid-stride, joining Aguero and Silva outside the stadium. Pep’s all in on it—“I’d bet a lot of money,” he grinned. And honestly, who’d argue? The guy’s etched his name in City’s golden era. As a fan, it’s tough watching him go, but knowing he’ll get that love from the stands—and maybe a permanent spot out front—softens the blow. What’s next for him? Only time’ll tell, but I’m rooting for one last hurrah.