OFFICIAL: Kevin De Bruyne Joins Napoli After Manchester City Exit

In one of the most eye-catching transfers of the summer, Belgian midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne has signed with Napoli following the expiration of his contract with Manchester City.

The 33-year-old, widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation, has agreed to a two-year deal with the Italian champions, including an option for a third year.

De Bruyne departs Manchester after a decade of dominance, where he became the creative heartbeat of Pep Guardiola’s City side.

During his time at the Etihad, he made 422 appearances, scored 108 goals, and notched 177 assists — becoming the second-highest assist provider in Premier League history with 119.

A Legacy at City

While at Manchester City, De Bruyne helped the club win:

6 Premier League titles

2 FA Cups

5 League Cups

The UEFA Champions League in 2023

His consistent brilliance, vision, and unmatched passing range made him a fan favorite and a club legend.

A New Challenge in Naples

Now, De Bruyne turns to Napoli, who are looking to build on recent success after winning two Serie A titles in three seasons. Under the leadership of new manager Antonio Conte, Napoli are eager to make a deeper run in the UEFA Champions League and see De Bruyne as the ideal figure to lead that charge.

In his first statement as a Napoli player, De Bruyne said:

“Naples is a club full of passion and ambition. I’m excited to bring my experience and help take this team to the next level.”

What This Means for Napoli

Landing a world-class talent like De Bruyne signals Napoli’s determination to compete at the highest level in Europe. With his leadership and playmaking abilities, the Partenopei are expected to be serious contenders not only in Serie A but on the continental stage as well.