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#3 Kevin De Bruyne
One of the most complete midfielders in world football, Kevin De Bruyne is undoubtedly the jewel in the Manchester City crown. Known for his immaculate technique, wide range of passing skills and ability to score spectacular long-range goals, De Bruyne has been key to City’ s consistent performances in both the Premier League and Champions League in the last 2 seasons.
De Bruyne’s importance to Pep Guardiola and the Manchester City team can be seen by these quotes from Guardiola himself. Speaking in an earlier interview, the legendary Spanish manager said:
"I think he is a special, outstanding player. He makes everything. Without the ball he is the first fighter, and with the ball he is clear – he sees absolutely everything."
De Bruyne started the 2016/17 season in blistering fashion and tailed off slightly in the second half of the season. However, if his performances in pre-season are anything to go by, the Belgian playmaker is ready to light up the Premier League in the 2017/18 season.
