The Belgian ace arrived from Wolfsburg for £55m in the summer 2015 transfer window, and has quickly established himself as one of the most important players in the league.

His performance in City's 7-2 victory over Stoke yesterday was simply sublime, as he set up two goals and played some unbelievable passes as Pep Guardiola's side stormed clear at the top of the table.

Since De Bruyne first pulled on the City shirt in the Premier League, he is top dog for assists - with 32 in total.

But which other Premier League players make up the top five?

Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham favourites, plus one of De Bruyne's Manchester City pals, all feature.

CLICK THROUGH THE GALLERY ABOVE TO SEE THE FIVE TOP ASSIST-MAKERS IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE.