Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne has said he was surprised by the Premier League club decision not to offer him an extension of the contract, describing it as a business -driven action.

The 33-year-old Belgian, whose deal expires in June, announced on social media this month that he will leave city At the end of the season after a decade at the club.

“It was half a week until I reported it. It wasn’t fine. My family was not at home. They were on Easter vacation, so it was a little strange, but it is what it is,” By Bruyne told reporters after Saturday’s 2-0 win TO Everton.

“I don’t feel like I want to share (the details) because it’s essentially wiser for them, they just make a decision based on this.

“It wasn’t really a long conversation it was just what they told me and then there is nothing. I have to accept the situation, even if I feel like I can do a good job, but that’s it.”

De Bruyne has played 416 games for City, scoring 107 goals and providing 177 assists, including 120 in the Premier League-Second later Ryan Giggs. He has made 23 league appearances this season between fitness issues.

Returning to 34 in June, De Bruyne helped City win six Premier League titles and the Champions League after joining in 2015.

“I haven’t had any offers all year long, they just made a decision. Of course, I was a little surprised, but just have to admit it. Honestly, I still think I can perform at this level as I’m showing,” he added.

“I really don’t care. The decision has been made and since then I just want to play football as I always have. I have to look at the future, start talking to people.”