Italian Club Eye Sought-After Manchester City Midfielder
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Italian Club Eye Sought-After Manchester City Midfielder

Stephen Awino 10:55 - 08.05.2025

Napoli are targeting out-bound Manchester City midfielder for a potential free transfer.

Serie A giants Napoli are eyeing a sensational free transfer for Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne as part of their summer rebuild under Antonio Conte.

The former Italian champions Napoli have made the City midfielder a top transfer priority ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

With De Bruyne’s contract at City set to expire at the end of the season and no extension on the table, the Belgian playmaker appears poised to leave the club after a decade of unprecedented success.

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According to Sky Sports, Napoli have already initiated contact with De Bruyne’s camp in an effort to lure the 33-year-old.

Despite the complex nature of the deal, especially with several top European clubs also expressing interest, Napoli are optimistic about their chances.

The Serie A club reportedly hopes to leverage De Bruyne’s close friendship with Belgian teammate Romelu Lukaku.

The Belgian is reportedly preferring to remain in Europe rather than pursue opportunities elsewhere, such as in Saudi Arabia or MLS.

Napoli’s ongoing project under Conte, combined with the allure of Champions League football and a starring role in Italy’s top flight, could further strengthen their proposal.

De Bruyne joined Manchester City in 2015 from Wolfsburg for £54.5 million and has since etched his name into the club’s history books.

The midfielder has won every major domestic trophy, including multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, League Cups, and the coveted UEFA Champions League.

While Napoli are pushing hard to secure his signature, they face stiff competition such as from Premier League side Aston Villa who are also understood to be monitoring the situation closely, with manager Unai Emery believed to be a long-time admirer of De Bruyne’s vision and leadership.

As Napoli continue their push to reclaim the Serie A title, the potential addition of one of Europe’s most accomplished midfielders would signal a major statement of intent ahead of the 2025/26 season.