Kevin De Bruyne has embarked on a new chapter with Napoli, aiming to expand his impressive trophy collection. The Belgian midfielder recently transferred from Manchester City after his contract ended. During his decade at City, De Bruyne secured six Premier League titles, scored 108 goals, and provided 170 assists in 422 matches. His 118 assists in the Premier League are second only to Ryan Giggs' 162.De Bruyne chose Napoli over a potential move to the Chicago Fire in MLS and interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. With Napoli clinching the Serie A title twice in three seasons by 2024-25, he is eager to contribute to more victories. "I'm a winner, I want to win games. I've always been like this, I hate losing," he expressed through Napoli's media channels.
The recent Scudetto victory has secured Napoli's spot in the Champions League. De Bruyne is optimistic about building a promising future with the team. He noted that the squad's ambition and quality made joining them an appealing opportunity.Romelu Lukaku played a crucial role in Napoli's success last season, leading Serie A with 10 assists and scoring 14 league goals. De Bruyne is thrilled about reuniting with his long-time international teammate. "I've known Romelu since I was 13 years old," he said, adding that Lukaku spoke highly of the team and city.De Bruyne anticipates a fresh experience after spending ten years in England. He believes this move will be beneficial for both him and his family. The midfielder is eager to contribute positively to Napoli's ambitions and looks forward to collaborating with Lukaku once again.The transition to Italy represents an exciting phase for De Bruyne as he seeks new challenges and opportunities with Napoli. His experience and skills are expected to bolster the team's efforts in domestic and European competitions.