Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne extends contract with Manchester City

LONDON: Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has extended his contract with Manchester City for two years to 2025, confirmed the English Premier League side. De Bruyne, 29, has spent five-and-a-half years at City and his previous contract with the club would expire in 2023.

The playmaker has won two Premier League titles, one FA Cup and four League Cups together with City and has gained great trust from manager Pep Guardiola.

"I could not be happier," the Belgian told the club's website on Wednesday, Xinhua news reports. "Since joining City in 2015, I have felt at home. I love the fans, my family are settled here in Manchester and my own game has developed really well."

"This football club is geared for success. It offers me everything I need to maximize my performance, so signing this contract was a straightforward decision. I am playing the best football of my career and I honestly feel there is more to come," said De Bruyne.

De Bruyne, interrupted by injuries, has made 33 appearances with eight goals and 16 assists this season. IANS

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