The season after his record-breaking debut with City, Haaland faced the challenge of matching his previous accomplishments. De Bruyne praised Haaland’s performance, acknowledging the difficulty of maintaining such exceptional numbers. Despite a slight decrease in goals, Haaland remains an outstanding player and is poised to win the Golden Boot again. De Bruyne considered Phil or Rodri as potential candidates for Player of the Season due to their significant contributions to the team.

He emphasized the importance of appreciating the entire season’s efforts, rather than solely focusing on trophies. Regardless of the outcome of a single game, De Bruyne stressed the team’s remarkable performance throughout the season. Reflecting on his time at City, De Bruyne expressed astonishment at the prospect of potentially securing a sixth league title. He highlighted the significant transformation of the team since his arrival in 2015, emphasizing the shift from an older team to a rebuilt one.

De Bruyne noted the team’s evolution under Pep’s management, expressing gratitude for the unexpected achievements and titles won during his tenure at City.