Kevin De Bruyne shows off shock new look as Man City fans say ‘Erling Haaland influence is wild’
KEVIN DE BRUYNE left fans stunned as he showed off his new hairstyle on his return to Manchester City.
The 33-year-old is back training with his club for the first time this summer after being given an extended holiday as he played at the Euros for Belgium.
De Bruyne has enjoyed his time off, partying with Virgil van Dijk and soaking up the sun with wife Michele Lacroix in Ibiza.
But he has also been to the barbers and got a bold new trim.
The six-time Premier League winner now has his hair slicked back and put into a tiny bun.
And fans are convinced his team-mate has inspired the new look, with one saying: “The Erling Haaland influence is wild.”
Another added: “He looks like Haaland.”
A third reacted: “Haaland as midfielder.”
Others compared him to Chelsea and England star, commenting: “Kevin De Gallagher.”
This is De Bruyne‘s second change in hairstyle after returning from injury last season with huge quiff.
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Man City start their title defence with a trip to Chelsea on August 18.
And De Bruyne looks set to stay at the club despite interest from Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad.
He previously hinted that he would be open to a move to the Middle East, saying: “At my age you have to be open to everything.
“You’re talking about incredible amounts of money in what may be the end of my career. Sometimes you have to think about that.
“If I play there for two years, I will be able to earn an incredible amount of money.
“I still have one year left on my contract, so I have to think about what could happen.
“My eldest is now eight years old and knows nothing but England. He also asks how long I will play for City.”
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