Napoli Eyes Free Agent De Bruyne in Advanced Talks

Kevin De Bruyne is expected to leave Manchester City after his contract expired and is in advanced negotiations to join Serie A champions Napoli on a three-year deal, despite interest from MLS side Chicago Fire. Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis confirmed the club’s intention to sign De Bruyne, though negotiations are ongoing and the deal requires agreement from both parties. The offer reportedly includes a €6 million net salary for the first two seasons and a signing bonus of €10 million, representing a pay cut from his Manchester City earnings. De Bruyne aims to reunite with fellow Belgium international Romelu Lukaku at Napoli, and the transfer aligns with his football and family priorities. Napoli’s coach Antonio Conte, who has expressed some uncertainty about his future, may be influenced by the acquisition of a high-profile player like De Bruyne as the club looks to build on their recent success. De Bruyne is set to make his final Manchester City appearance before the transfer, highlighting the significance of his next career move.