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Eberechi Eze names Kevin De Bruyne as his toughest Premier League opponent

Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)
November 2025

Eberechi Eze has picked Kevin De Bruyne as the hardest opponent he has faced in the Premier League, highlighting the Belgian’s intelligence, consistency and ability to solve problems on the pitch before his summer switch from Manchester City to Napoli. Speaking on GOAL’s Beast Mode On podcast, Eze described De Bruyne as a “high-level thinker” who always seemed two steps ahead, praising a decade of elite output in England and acknowledging that even as an admirer growing up, facing him live underlined how special he is.

Napoli target Quinten Timber as Conte reacts to De Bruyne and Anguissa injury crisis

Quinten Timber (Feyenoord)
November 2025

apoli have moved for Quinten Timber (Feyenoord) as midfield injuries to Kevin De Bruyne (Napoli) and Andre Frank Zambo Anguissa (Napoli) force Antonio Conte to seek a powerful, all action presence who can restore balance and intensity in a system built on winning duels and playing vertically. Timber’s mix of physicality, pressing, progressive passing and goal threat impressed during Feyenoord’s title campaigns, while his contract to 2026 gives clubs leverage as Feyenoord try to avoid losing their captain for nothing, with Arsenal and brother Jurrien Timber (Arsenal) adding extra competition for his signature.

Kevin De Bruyne Set for Napoli Switch

Kevin De Bruyne (Napoli)
Medical and signing on Thursday

De Bruyne is set to join Napoli on a two-year contract after his Manchester City deal expired. The 33-year-old midfielder has agreed to a free transfer to continue his career in Serie A.
He will undergo a medical in Rome before officially signing with Napoli. The deal represents a major midfield reinforcement as Napoli plan to build around the experienced Belgian next season.

Kevin De Bruyne to Join Napoli on Free Transfer

Kevin De Bruyne (Napoli)
Expected completion post-June 2024

Napoli are finalizing a free transfer for Kevin De Bruyne after his Manchester City contract expires. The Belgian midfielder has reportedly agreed terms with documents to be exchanged as early as Sunday.
De Bruyne, free to talk to foreign clubs since January, is expected to undergo a medical soon. If delayed, the procedure will happen after international duty. Napoli secured manager Antonio Conte’s stay before the deal.

De Bruyne Set to Decide Future Amid Napoli and MLS Offers

Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
May 2025

Kevin De Bruyne will soon decide his next move with his family after leaving Manchester City. Napoli have submitted a contract proposal and are ready to finalise a deal, while MLS side Chicago Fire still have an offer on the table.
The 33-year-old is weighing up competing offers as he considers whether to stay in Europe with Napoli or move to the United States. A decision is expected shortly.

De Bruyne Doubtful for Club World Cup Amid Injury Risk Concerns

Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
May 2025

De Bruyne says he is unlikely to play in the Club World Cup due to concerns over injury, as he prepares to leave Manchester City when his contract expires this summer.
The 33-year-old fears getting injured before securing his next move and said City have not offered him a new deal. A short-term extension is possible, but he hasn’t decided whether to play in the tournament.

Napoli Confident of Landing De Bruyne and Eye Jonathan David Deal

Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
Summer 2025

Napoli are confident of signing Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer when his Manchester City contract expires, and are also pursuing Jonathan David, though his deal is delayed by complications over a termination clause.
Talks with De Bruyne are progressing well and nearing final confirmation; David’s potential move from Lille is being slowed by contractual details.

Kevin De Bruyne’s Exit from Manchester City Confirmed, Player Feels ‘Surprised’ by Decision

Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
Summer 2025

Kevin De Bruyne has confirmed he will leave Manchester City when his contract expires this summer, expressing surprise at receiving no renewal offer from the club that he has served since 2015.
Despite helping City win six Premier League titles and a Champions League, the club decided against extending terms for the 33-year-old, citing his declining fitness and output. De Bruyne has missed 40 games since June 2023 and has only managed 17 Premier League starts this season.

Chicago Fire Lead Race to Sign Kevin De Bruyne on Designated Player Deal

Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
May 2025 (Ongoing Transfer Talks)

Chicago Fire FC are in advanced talks to sign Man City star Kevin De Bruyne on a Designated Player contract as he prepares to leave the Premier League at season’s end.
With Inter Miami holding his discovery rights but currently maxed out on DPs, Chicago—with one DP slot available and strong ownership backing—emerged as the frontrunner, though other MLS clubs and European options remain in play.

Kevin De Bruyne to Leave Man City This Summer, Won’t Play Club World Cup

Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
End of June 2025

Kevin De Bruyne will not extend his contract to feature in the FIFA Club World Cup and is set to leave Manchester City this summer as a free agent.
De Bruyne was surprised not to receive a contract offer and is expected to bid farewell at City’s final league game. Aston Villa have reportedly discussed a shock move for the Belgian.

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