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Kevin De Bruyne celebrates his wedding anniversary in Mpumalanga while supporting youth football
Belgian footballer, Kevin De Bruyne, with his wife and kids. Image: Instagram Belgian football star Kevin De Bruyne has added a touch of glamour to the scenic beauty of Mpumalanga, South Africa. The former Manchester City midfielder is currently on a visit that mixes personal celebration with a commitment to youth development. Spotted by fans amidst the region's stunning natural landscapes, De Bruyne took to Instagram to commemorate his 8th anniversary with his wife, Michèle De Bruyne. In the heartfelt post, he expressed his love, stating, 'Celebrating our 8-year anniversary. Love you❤️ @lacroixmichele.' Mpumalanga is a renowned haven for nature lovers, featuring celebrated landmarks such as the Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon. These attractions, coupled with the Panorama Route's breathtaking waterfalls and unique rock formations, create an idyllic backdrop for the couple's anniversary festivities. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading While the anniversary celebrations may take centre stage, De Bruyne's mission in South Africa holds equal importance. The 33-year-old midfielder is in the country to support and promote the KDB Cup, an international under-15 football tournament that he founded. This initiative aims to nurture the next generation of football talent, showcasing De Bruyne's commitment to giving back to the sport. Fans in Acornhoek, a local township in Mpumalanga, showed their love for the star footballer as he visited a local school. A video also showcased De Bruyne engaging with excited local children, playing diski (a traditional South African football game) whilst imparting valuable skills on how to score. These joyful interactions with the youth underscore his role as both a professional athlete and a mentor. Interestingly, De Bruyne's connection to Africa runs deeper than his current visit. His mother, Anna, was born in East Africa, where her family owned oil companies, and she later lived in Ivory Coast. This African heritage adds a layer of cultural richness to De Bruyne's identity, as he has previously garnered interest in representing Burundi at the international level. De Bruyne's personal life is filled with affection as well. Having met his wife on Twitter (now X) in 2014, the couple tied the knot in 2017 and are now parents to three children: two sons and a daughter. In a touching 2019 interview with The Players' Tribune, he paid tribute to Michèle, acknowledging her profound impact on his life, saying, 'She changed my life in so many ways. Honestly, I don't know what I would do without her.' For De Bruyne, she remains the most significant person in his world. As Kevin De Bruyne enjoys the beauty of Mpumalanga alongside his wife, he also passionately works to inspire future generations of footballers, blending the personal and professional into a remarkable journey of love and commitment.
Scottish Sun
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
How Chelsea wooed Liam Delap thanks to ‘secret agent' who Pep Guardiola first spotted at U15 tournament seven years ago
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIAM DELAP didn't wait long to complete his move to Chelsea - thanks to the influence of some old colleagues. The striker was on the radar of several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, but the Blues turned on the charm to woo him to Stamford Bridge. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Liam Delap opted to move to Chelsea instead of Man Utd Credit: Alamy 4 Pep Guardiola's scouting seven years ago led to Delap joining the Blues Credit: Getty Delap, 22, joins Chelsea for £30million after netting 12 goals at relegated Ipswich last season. But the story of his move to West London begun seven years ago at a tournament named after Kevin De Bruyne. The Under-15s KDB Cup in Gent, Belgium, sees some of the top youngsters in the world go head-to-head. It is a scout's dream and top sides send their best talent spotters to the games. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL BRIDGE OF BYES Chelsea begin transfer firesale with 14 stars up for sale including Madueke Back in 2018, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola went to the tournament himself and was impressed by a 14-year-old Romeo Lavia. He joined the club from Anderlecht as soon as he became old enough on the recommendation of the Spaniard. But just two senior City appearances later he joined Southampton as Lavia became another highly-rated teenager that decided to move on instead of fight superstars for a place in Guardiola's XI. Lavia spent just a season on the South Coast before Chelsea splashed a reported £53m on him in 2023. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 4 4 Romeo Lavia has been dubbed a 'secret agent' after rumoured conversations with Delap Credit: Getty But during his days at the Etihad, the Belgian midfielder called Delap a team-mate. Both were in City's star-studded youth set-up and were close pals. Inside Chelsea's Conference League final celebrations as Moises Caicedo sings karaoke into the night The Daily Mail report that "agent Lavia", which he has been labelled by fans, helped convince Delap to move to Chelsea. Though the links to City in this transfer do not stop there. He was team-mates with Cole Palmer in their youth days. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca was assistant to Guardiola and worked with youngsters during his time in Manchester. The boss already knows Delap well and helped sell the Chelsea project to him. He reportedly told the striker to envision himself leading the line for the club during their Conference League final win over Real Betis last week. Additionally, Chelsea's co-director of recruitment and talent Joe Shields was formerly at City. The transfer chief is said to have a strong relationship with Delap and his family, which helped clinch the deal. Other reports state that Thomas Tuchel told the player to join Chelsea as playing in the Champions League would boost his chances of an England call-up for next summer's World Cup. DONE DEAL The deal is now signed and sealed and Delap can get straight to work as Chelsea look to win the Club World Cup this summer. Following the move the youngster said: "I understand the stature of this club and can see the trajectory it is on with these players and the head coach. "It's going to be an incredible place for me to develop, and I hope to achieve amazing things here and help the club win more trophies." He was also quick to speak of his excitement about reuniting with those familiar faces. On Maresca, he said: "He is an incredible coach and helped us all develop so much. What we did that season was record-breaking, and what he's gone on to achieve - and what the players in that age group have achieved - is incredible. "He has a great understanding of the game. He was very detailed in how he approached things with us and while it can be hard at that age to take on so much information, he brought it across in a way we understood and could put into our games. "I think it's proved in the years since how much it has helped." On playing alongside Palmer once more he beamed: "Cole is incredible in everything he does. I can't wait to be in front of him again and receive his passes!" He added about Lavia and Palmer: "We grew up and played some incredible football together. I spoke to them about joining and I am excited to play alongside them again. "I also know Levi [Colwill] a bit as we faced each other hundreds of times when we were growing up. It's always nice to know people [when you join a new club], and I've spoken to a few of them and asked them for advice. "They've told me how great a place it is and I'm really excited to come and play alongside them." Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Man City transfer news and rumours: Live updates on confirmed deals, new signings, exits, loans and contracts
Welcome to City Xtra's home of live Manchester City transfer news, rumours, and updates as the 2025 summer window gets underway across European football! Latest Man City news Refresh for updates! 3 June – 10:00 Lyon are sticking to their €30 million+ asking price for Rayan Cherki and will not sanction a cut-price deal despite the player entering his final year of contract, according to Ben Jacobs. The 21-year-old remains keen on a Manchester City move if an agreement can be found as talks continue. Advertisement 3 June – 9:06 Ederson is open to a move to the Saudi Pro League, according to The Athletic's Jordan Campbell. 3 June – 9:00 Liverpool manager Arne Slot left his holiday last week and flew to the south of France to meet Lyon's Rayan Cherki – discussions that were scheduled before the Florian Wirtz chase accelerated, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein. Liverpool are committed to Wirtz, while Manchester City are hopeful of landing Cherki. 2 June – 22:44 Manchester City had seven accredited visitors at the 2025 KDB Cup at the weekend, according to MailSport's Kieran Gill. 2 June – 20:48 Talks between Manchester City and Rayan Cherki are progressing well with personal terms almost agreed, according to Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg. The main issue remains an agreement between clubs, with the player valued at €35 million to €40 million. A long transfer saga is not expected. Advertisement 2 June – 16:32 Rayan Ait-Nouri speaking to reporters on Manchester City interest while on international duty with Algeria: 'For the moment I'm not focusing on that. We have two important matches with the national team. We'll see what happens next.' 2 June – 15:54 Rayan Cherki speaking in a new interview with L'Equipe: 'I'll be the only one to decide my future; no one will decide for me how, why, or where. I don't want to suffer. There are a lot of players suffering, but time passes quickly. I hope in 10 or 15 years I'll be able to say I'm proud of myself and my choices.' 'I'm ready for any system. I work every day, physically and mentally, to be ready. Above all, I'm trying to choose the best option for me, to develop as a person and a footballer.' Advertisement On how clubs must go about trying to sign him this summer: 'I need to be talked to about football, football and more football. Pure and simple.' Speaking in a press conference during international duty with France, Cherki was asked whether Manchester City are a 'credible' option for him: 'All options are credible. For now I'm focused on the two important games we have to play with the national team and we will see what happens after.' 2 June – 15:33 BREAKING: Rayan Ait-Nouri has said 'Yes' to Manchester City, according to Fabrizio Romano. 2 June – 12:51 BREAKING: Pep Guardiola has indicated that both Ederson and Stefan Ortega will STAY at Manchester City this summer, speaking to reporters in Spain and relayed by SPORT. Advertisement Pep Guardiola: 'I don't know much about goalkeepers [joining/leaving the club]. I tell them to stay. We've talked about the situation of the squad, and the two goalkeepers we have will stay.' 2 June – 12:11 Lyon should receive an initial written offer from Manchester City for Rayan Cherki early this week and all parties also hope to conclude the deal this week, according to Sacha Tavolieri. 2 June – 12:04 PSG striker Mahamadou Sangare (18) will undergo a medical at Manchester City and sign a long-term deal at the Etihad Stadium on a free transfer, as part of the club's strategy to sign and develop top young talents, according to Fabrizio Romano. Advertisement 2 June – 11:59 Manchester City hope to make an announcement on the arrival of Pep Lijnders as a new member of their coaching staff once other new additions have been agreed, according to ESPN's Rob Dawson. 2 June – 10:56 BREAKING: Manchester City are pursuing a deal to sign Wolves left-back Rayan Ait Nouri, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein. Agreements still need to be reached between the clubs and with the player, however all parties now expect a move to happen. According to MailSport's Jack Gaughan, City are hoping to get a deal done for Ait-Nouri 'sooner rather than later' and expect to complete the signing having admired the player for over 12 months. Advertisement Wolves have already begun their search for a new left-back in the expectation that Rayan Ait-Nouri will join Manchester City, with the player keen on the move which should be agreed in time for the FIFA Club World Cup, according to The Telegraph's Jason Burt. According to Ben Jacobs, Manchester City value Aït-Nouri at around £30 million to £35 million while Wolves want over £40 million. Angers SCO have a 50 per cent sell-on clause on the player, but Wolves can buy this out for a fee in the region of £8.5 million. 2 June – 10:17 While Dani Olmo was Pep Guardiola's priority, discussions between Manchester City and Barcelona suggested negotiations would be 'long, complex, and bitter', according to Sacha Tavolieri. City want a No.10 and No.8 before the Club World Cup and therefore decided to prioritise Rayan Cherki. Advertisement Rayan Cherki has already expressed openness to the idea of working with Pep Guardiola and believes he can reveal his full potential at Manchester City. The player's entourage are finalising personal terms with City and expect to sign a long-term contract. 1 June – 20:07 Pep Guardiola has been in contact with Rayan Cherki in recent days, while Manchester City have also spoken to the player and his agents about contract terms, project, vision and more, according to Fabrizio Romano. Morgan Gibbs-White is also still on City's shortlist but is currently considered too expensive. 1 June – 12:50 Manchester City are confident of completing a deal with Lyon for Rayan Cherki in excess of €30 million, according to Fabrizio Romano. The clubs are in talks and expect a move to advance fast this week. Welcome to our live transfer blog providing every development concerning Manchester City throughout the course of the 2025 summer transfer window!
Daily Mail
02-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE How Chelsea landed Liam Delap: Inside the scout-riddled wonderkid tournament, 'agent Romeo' and Manchester City link-up that sealed £30m deal
You do not need to have represented Manchester City to sign for Chelsea but recent history suggests it cannot hurt, with Liam Delap close to becoming the latest addition to a curious connection growing ever stronger with each window. Before getting to that blossoming City bond at Stamford Bridge, it is worth discussing the KDB Cup, and how Pep Guardiola's spying of Romeo Lavia in 2018 may have contributed to this £30million signing seven years down the line.
