Kevin De Bruyne will leave Manchester City on a free transfer next month, with the Belgian playmaker deciding on his next move.
The 33-year-old had the opportunity to address fans from the centre of the Etihad Stadium pitch, and receive personal gifts from the club after a lightshow and video montage.
What happened?
Manchester City supporters have been handed an early hint as to where Kevin De Bruyne could be playing his football from next season.
The club officials, alongside input from Pep Guardiola, opted not to hand De Bruyne fresh terms to extend his stay at Manchester City.
Why it matters for Kevin De Bruyne
Having at first had various problems accepting the decision from the club, De Bruyne is now co-operating in parting ways with his home of the last 10 years.
The decision to move away from English football will come as a huge boost to a number of suitors who have been eyeing the services of the Belgium international.
What comes next?
According to The Telegraph’s Mike McGrath, Kevin De Bruyne has ruled out joining one of City’s Premier League rivals this summer, and will play his football at a foreign club from next season.
Napoli are believed to be the side most serious about the prospect of welcoming De Bruyne to Serie A, while they could be boosted by his family’s love for the Amalfi Coast.
The Chicago Fire are understood to be the leading option for De Bruyne in the United States, with Major League Soccer long being touted as a potential destination.
De Bruyne had a successful stint at Manchester City, with the club signing off on the decision to commission him his very own statue outside of the Etihad Stadium.
The statue will add to those of Vincent Kompany, David Silva, and Sergio Aguero, with De Bruyne set to be remembered as one of the club's greatest-ever players.