Kevin De Bruyne Reveals Why He Joined Napoli: "The Project is Ambitious"

Kevin De Bruyne has officially broken his silence on why he made the shock switch from Manchester City to Napoli this summer, ending his trophy-laden Premier League career to join the reigning Serie A champions.

Speaking ahead of Napoli’s pre-season friendly against Arezzo on Tuesday, De Bruyne revealed that the club's vision and ambition were the major factors behind his move.

🗣️ “I decided to join Napoli as the project is ambitious, I can feel the club is progressing fast,”
the Belgian maestro told Fabrizio Romano.

“My excitement was clear when Napoli presented me with their project and vision. I feel here we can be competitive, that’s what I wanted.”

💡 A New Chapter for KDB — In Blue, Still Brilliant

The 33-year-old midfield maestro is no stranger to success — with five Premier League titles, a Champions League, and countless individual accolades to his name. But this move to Naples signals a fresh challenge in the twilight of his career, with a club eager to compete both domestically and in Europe.

Adding further intrigue, De Bruyne has reportedly urged Napoli boss Antonio Conte to sign Jack Grealish, his former City teammate, suggesting he’s already helping to shape the squad.

🧠 Opinion: A Power Move by Napoli – and a Legacy Shift for De Bruyne

De Bruyne choosing Napoli over lucrative offers from the Middle East or MLS speaks volumes. It’s not about winding down — it’s about competing, leading, and building something special. And for Napoli, this is a statement signing that shows they mean business under Conte.

If he can stay fit, KDB could be the missing piece in Napoli's European ambitions.

📣 Napoli fans, how excited are you to see De Bruyne in Serie A?
And City fans — is this the right time for him to move on?

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