UEFA Champions League: Former Manchester City player heaps praises for Kevin De Bruyne

Manchester City legend Shaun Wright-Phillips has lavished praise on midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, exclaiming that he has "Satan in his foot" due to his extraordinary skills and influence on the pitch. De Bruyne played a pivotal role in helping Manchester City secure the Premier League title in the 2023-24 season, showcasing his talent despite facing challenges. After being sidelined for the first half of the season due to injury, De Bruyne made a remarkable comeback. In just 18 matches during the Premier League campaign, he scored four goals and provided ten assists, highlighting his ability to impact games significantly. His vision, passing accuracy, and knack for creating scoring opportunities have made him a vital asset for the team.

Wright-Phillips' comments underscore De Bruyne's status as one of the best midfielders in the world. His performances have not only contributed to City’s success but have also solidified his reputation as a key player in high-pressure situations. As he continues to perform at an elite level, De Bruyne's presence in the squad remains invaluable. Fans and pundits alike eagerly anticipate what he will achieve in the coming seasons, as he seeks to further cement his legacy at Manchester City and in the world of football.

"Kevin De Bruyne, he's Kevin De Bruyne. It's like he's got Satan in his foot. He knows for an attacking player, he's the perfect player to have behind you. He is probably one of the greatest midfielders that have played in the Premier League. There are a lot of people who will hold their hands up and say they can kind of agree," Wright-Phillips said while speaking to ANI.

Belgium international Kevin De Bruyne joined Manchester City in August 2015 from German club Wolfsburg and has since established himself as a pivotal figure in the team. In April this year, he celebrated a significant milestone by scoring his 100th goal for City against Crystal Palace. Throughout his career, De Bruyne has delivered numerous assists, including an impressive 19 assists for Erling Haaland over the past two seasons. Notably, he holds the record for being the quickest player to reach 100 Premier League assists, achieving this feat in just 237 matches.

Additionally, De Bruyne shared his thoughts on City striker Erling Haaland, acknowledging the Norwegian's remarkable talent. He believes that Haaland has the potential to break Lionel Messi's longstanding record of 91 goals in a single season, set in 2012 while playing for FC Barcelona. With both players in top form, Manchester City fans are excited about the possibilities this season holds, as De Bruyne and Haaland aim to continue their dominance in English and European football. Their combined skills and chemistry on the pitch promise to create numerous memorable moments for the club.

"We've seen what Haaland is capable of over the last two years. He's nearly reached 100 goals within a season and a little bit so for me in general as long as the chances are there and he's on firing form right now. I don't see why he can't but like I said, I don't think he's necessarily concentrating on breaking the rules. He's just more focused on scoring goals," the 42-year-old added.