MANCHESTER CITY cult hero Brandon Ashton has announced that he will be leaving the club after 15 years.
The much-beloved kitman joined the club when he was just 16, and has grown close with several of their first-team stars over the years.
Having opted to move on, Ashton announced his decision on social media.
He wrote on Instagram: “After 15 years at Manchester City I have decided to leave my role at the club to explore other career paths.
“I have had some great experiences, met some amazing people who I know will be friends for life.
“For me and my family I feel it is the right time to start a new chapter, and see what new challenges I can be set.
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“I will always hold Manchester City close to my heart as this club has brought me from a boy to a man.
“The memories I have over my time at City will forever be cherished.
“I want to thank all the players, management and back room staff I have worked with and also the fans I have had the pleasure to converse with over the years.
“I wish the lads nothing but the best this season and in the future.”
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Many City stars past and present commented on Ashton’s post.
Phil Foden wrote: “Will miss you bro.”
While Jack Grealish gushed: “Best guy ever!! You will be missed brother.”
Kyle Walker added: “Going to miss u mate.”
And plenty of former City stars also left comments, including Cole Palmer.
The Chelsea talisman, 22, left an X-rated message that read: “B***ock chops.”
Former City defender Aymeric Laporte also added: “Thank you bro! All the best.”
While Nigel de Jong commented: “Child of the club. Good luck mate.”
Ex-City ace and current Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo added: “The man!”
Prankster Ashton initially rose to fame on City’s All or Nothing series on Amazon Prime Video.
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During the documentary, then-club captain Vincent Kompany said of Ashton: “Brandon is kind of the heart and soul of the dressing room really, he has this ability to take pressure off.”
While Kevin De Bruyne similarly added: “Brandon is kind of the heart and soul of the dressing room really, he has this ability to take pressure off.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
