De Bruyne Embracing Fresh Start at Napoli After Man City Departure
NAPOLI, ITALY, JUL 19 – Kevin De Bruyne joined Napoli attracted by the club’s ambitious project and the chance to play alongside longtime teammate Romelu Lukaku, aiming to help the reigning Serie A champions grow.
- Last month, Kevin De Bruyne left Manchester City to join Napoli on a free transfer, signing a two-year deal with an option for a third year.
- Citing an 'ambitious project,' Kevin De Bruyne said he called Romelu Lukaku and Dries Mertens, declining more lucrative offers from MLS and Saudi Arabia.
- At his first Napoli practice, De Bruyne received a Maradona-numbered kit, said 'who can translate for me,' just before the Arezzo friendly on Tuesday.
- While supporters unfurled a banner calling Victor Osimhen a 'peasant,' De Bruyne’s experience and creativity are expected to bolster Antonio Conte’s tactical setup.
- As the season kicks off on August 13, all eyes will be on how De Bruyne adapts to Italy’s top flight, with Napoli beginning their campaign at Sassuolo.
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De Bruyne will rely on Belgium teammate Lukaku for more than just goals at Napoli
Kevin De Bruyne is going to rely on Romelu Lukaku for more than just goals at his new club Napoli. He wants translation help from his longtime Belgium teammate too.
De Bruyne embracing fresh start at Napoli after Man City departure
Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne is raring to go at Serie A champions Napoli after not being offered a contract extension by Manchester City, and said linking up with compatriot Romelu Lukaku was part of the appeal.Regarded as one of the greatest midfielders in Premier League history, De Bruyne ended a glit
The Belgian midfielder, who will wear the number 11 shirt, was presented by Napoli
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