Manchester City Boss Pep Guardiola Saded Kevin de Bruyn’s contribution to the city with a key bold 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday in the same way that there are so many times – saying thanks.

By bruyne He scored a lonely goal in his penultimate game at Etihad Stadium to give Town Key victory In their chase for the Champions League Qualifications – and in the process, the outgoing captain sent a reminder of what the team will miss out after it is gone.

The 33-year-old Belgian announced last month to leave the team after his contract expires at the end of the season.

“Just thanks” Guardiola Sky Sports said, when they asked their thoughts on De Bruyn. “His contribution in the game against the crystal palace when we were 2-0 down and again delivered today. I am happy that it ends like that and we have another game in Etihad. “

De Bruyne expressed a surprise that he was not offered by the city to extend him the contract, saying he still had a lot to give.

“A lot of teammates said that sad thing I have to go, but that’s the way it sometimes goes in life and I think the way I work and act like a teammate … I give everything and want to win the game“He said on Friday.”I think I showed that I can still play, otherwise I don’t do what I do these last four or five weeks. “

Guardiola looked uncomfortable when wondering if there is some way that De Bruyne can remain.

“I want the best for Kevin, so it couldn’t be possible to do so many years without him. He was an amazing player, but the situation is what he is,“He said the manager.

“It is almost impossible to replace this type of player. It’s not just performance, that’s what it means to our heart for our fans for many, many years. The success we have belongs to players.“

Midnji raised 16 trophies from joining the city from the German side VFL Wolfsburg in 2015 – Haul which includes six Premier League and Champions League in 2023. Years. Years. He was also called the PM of League twice in the season twice.

Pundit and former Defender Liverpool Jamie Carragher said that the conversation like De Bruyn’s ending season near the end should be around what he contributed.

“We should not be buried in the contract situation“” Carragher said at the Nebojska show.

“It was decided, it’s over. We welcome him, let’s talk about how great it is, and talk about the statue, he will get the statue, isn’t he? For me, the biggest player in Manchester City is.“