Kevin De Bruyne, a name that resonates with every football fan around the globe for his sheer excellence on the pitch. The Belgian midfielder’s prowess on the pitch is more than just athleticism; it is a masterclass in skill, vision and game intelligence.
Fundamental in Manchester City’s recent success, De Bruyne orchestrates play with an artistry that very few are able to match. His footballing IQ matched with his extraordinary ability to find the perfect pass, whether it is a whipped cross onto his striker’s head or a perfectly weighted through ball, means his ability to dictate play from all over the pitch is comparable to a Quarterback.
His work rate combined with his ability to find space means that De Bruyne covers every blade of grass, making him almost unmarkable at times. Often appearing in the half spaces, many managers have tried to set plans to stop him but he will just move into the centre and dictate play from there. Although not the fastest on the eye, his pure power means he is able to drive past players like they are not even there.
A five-time Premier League winner, five-time League Cup winner, a Champions League winner and two-time FA Cup winner, De Bruyne has had one hell of a career since he was rejected by Mourinho at Chelsea and shipped out to Wolfsburg, where he showed everyone his talent. His 103rd Premier League assist this weekend overtook Frank Lampard’s assist tally meaning he is now only behind Ryan Giggs.
But then disaster struck, in the Champions League final, the pain in his hamstring was too much, sidelining him for five months.
‘He’s finished.” “He’ll never be able to do it again.” ‘Will he ever return to the same level?’
2-1 down away to Newcastle with 20 minutes to go. Up he stepped in true KDB fashion, he returned to the Premier League like he’d never left and just five minutes later passed the ball into the net, shattering the hopes of Newcastle fans worldwide. But then with the scores level and time running out he made his mark. Like a Quarterback, the ginger magician picked it up deep and found Oscar Bobb’s run in behind Trippier and he finished coolly. He was back, like he had never left. A goal and assist on his Premier League return when his team needed him the most. That silenced the doubters.
It is without a doubt that KDB has got to be considered one of the world’s greats. Walking into all time Premier League teams, the impact the ‘Chelsea reject’ has had on football is undeniable, making him a true joy to watch.
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