1. Kevin De Bruyne was born on June 28, 1991, in Drongen, Belgium, and began playing football at a young age.
2. He joined the youth team of K.R.C. Genk at just 14 years old, where he developed his skills and caught the attention of scouts.
3. De Bruyne made his professional debut for Genk in 2009 and helped the team win the Belgian Pro League in 2011.
4. He moved to Chelsea in 2012 but struggled for playing time, leading to a loan spell at Werder Bremen, where he excelled.
5. In 2014, he signed with VfL Wolfsburg, where he had a breakout season, scoring 16 goals and providing 27 assists in the Bundesliga.
6. De Bruyne joined Manchester City in 2015 for a then-club record fee of around £55 million, quickly establishing himself as a key player.
7. He is known for his incredible passing ability, vision, and versatility, often playing as a central midfielder or attacking midfielder.
8. De Bruyne has won multiple Premier League titles with Manchester City and was named the Premier League Player of the Season for 2019-20 and 2020-21.
9. He played a crucial role in Belgium’s national team, helping them reach the semifinals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, their best finish to date.
10. Beyond football, De Bruyne is also known for his philanthropic efforts, including charity work related to children’s health and education.
