Kevin De Bruyne has officially joined Serie A champions Napoli on a free transfer, concluding his illustrious decade-long tenure at Manchester City. The 33-year-old Belgian midfielder, who made over 400 appearances for City and secured 19 major trophies—including six Premier League titles and a UEFA Champions League—has been a pivotal figure in the club’s success .De Bruyne’s departure from Manchester City was confirmed after the club opted not to renew his contract, allowing him to leave as a free agent. Despite interest from clubs in the Saudi Pro League and Major League Soccer, De Bruyne chose Napoli, citing the club’s ambition and the opportunity to continue competing at the highest level in Europe .At Napoli, De Bruyne will reunite with compatriot Romelu Lukaku and join forces with manager Antonio Conte in a bid to defend their Serie A title and make a strong impact in the UEFA Champions League. His contract with Napoli is for two years, with an option for a third, and he is set to earn €10 million net annually .Napoli’s acquisition of De Bruyne marks a significant milestone in the club’s history, signaling their intent to strengthen their squad and compete on both domestic and European fronts.
