Belgian Defender and club Captain Vincent Kompany has announced his departure from Manchester City.

The Belgian defender said in a post in his Facebook account he was leaving feeling grateful to the Premier League club, who won an unprecedented treble in the 2018/19 season.

“The time has come for me to go now,” he wrote. “As overwhelming as it is, I feel nothing but gratefulness. I am grateful to all those who supported me on a special journey, at a very special club.

“I remember the first day, as clear as I see the last. I remember the boundless kindness I received from the people of Manchester.

“I will never forget how all Man City supporters remained loyal to me in good times and especially bad times. Against the odds you have always backed me and inspired me to never give up.”

More to follow.