Napoli is considering offers for De Bruyne
The Belgian has not fully adapted to Serie A, and everything points to a departure next January.
Kevin De Bruyne could leave in the next transfer market for SSC Napoli, just a year and a half after his arrival from Manchester City. The Belgian midfielder, aged 35 and under contract until June 2027, is experiencing several conflicts with his teammates that could hasten his departure.
According to Il Mattino, the player's situation is concerning to the Napoli management, which does not rule out making significant decisions in January 2027. The internal issues, coupled with the results of Massimiliano Allegri's team, have placed his continuity at the center of the debate.
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Kevin De Bruyne, pointed out for his problems in the Napoli dressing room
The latest incident occurred during Napoli's 4-1 defeat against Porto in the Champions League. De Bruyne had an argument with Lorenzo Lucca after an offensive play, revealing the differences that exist among some players. The MLS is after Kevin De Bruyne.
Italian media assert that this is not an isolated incident. The Belgian is said to have had other disagreements with members of the squad, a circumstance that complicates Massimiliano Allegri's efforts to regain group stability.
There have also been differences between the player and his coach. During the European match against Villarreal, played in October, Allegri expressed his displeasure over De Bruyne's position on the field, although both later clarified what had happened.
SSC Napoli considers it necessary to address these issues before the winter transfer market. For now, the club has not imposed financial penalties for the confrontation with Lucca, but the possibility of making several changes to the squad is already being discussed.
Massimiliano Allegri could lose one of his most important players
The situation is particularly delicate because Kevin De Bruyne continues to deliver significant numbers. This season, he has accumulated 4 goals and 1 assist in 10 matches in Serie A, where he is one of the key contributors to the team's offensive production.
His performance contrasts with the adaptation difficulties he faced during his first season in Italy. After joining for free in the summer of 2025, a muscle injury affected his consistency, and he ended up playing 18 league matches, with 5 goals and 2 assists.
With Massimiliano Allegri, he has regained some of his prominence, although internal tensions threaten to alter his situation. The coach will have to assess whether he can restore harmony within the group without losing a player who continues to contribute goals.
SSC Napoli could negotiate a departure in January
The financial aspect will also be important. De Bruyne earns an estimated gross salary of 11.11 million euros per season, an amount that the club could partially save if they reach an agreement to terminate his contract early.
The management will have to decide whether to keep the Belgian until June 30, 2027 or facilitate an early exit. So far, there is no confirmed offer from another club or an announced agreement to terminate his contract.
The next step will come with the planning for the January 2027 transfer market, where Allegri and the sports management will have to define potential departures. If the differences with the dressing room continue, Kevin De Bruyne could become one of the most significant departures from SSC Napoli during the winter.
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