Congratulations to De Bruyne! Airborne Serie A championship! 3-year long contract + commitment core, wanting to take revenge on Manchester City

"Why is Manchester City so cruel? Even De Bruyne doesn't want a trump card like this?" This question probably made many fans feel upset. De Bruyne, Manchester City's "midfield brain", passed the ball as accurately as if it was equipped with navigation, but was kicked away by the club in the summer of 2024 and went to Serie A Naples. This matter is not simple, what story is hidden behind it? Today, let’s take a look and see if De Bruyne’s Serie A adventure is “the phoenix nirvana” or “a hero’s arm cut off”!

Speaking of De Bruyne's departure, Manchester City's operation is really "cutting the mess with a quick knife". In the summer of 2024, De Bruyne originally wanted to renew his contract with Manchester City and continue to be the "engine" in the team. But who would have thought that the club directly acted like "newcomers replaced old ones" and decisively gave up on him. According to the Guardian, in order to make the lineup younger, Manchester City would rather let go of the merits of contributing 6 goals and 8 assists in 36 games than leave him a way out. De Bruyne was so angry that he publicly complained when he left: "I was heart-to-heart for Manchester City, but I didn't expect it to be the ending!"

My opinion: Manchester City's decision is a bit cold, but it can be understood. In the football industry, feelings cannot beat reality, and the injection of young blood is the hard truth for the wealthy family to prosper. But De Bruyne is the soul of the team at least. Such a merciless person has a bit of a "killing the donkey" smell.

De Bruyne did not spend too long in his sadness, and Naples immediately handed over the "Love Number Plate". In August 2024, as soon as De Bruyne arrived in Naples, the outside of the Sao Paulo stadium was crowded with fans, and the fireworks were set off like the New Year. According to Italian Football, fans also wrote him a cheering song, and the lyrics called him "Belgian Magician" and hoped that he would lead the team to the championship. De Bruyne was also not vague, and promised everyone in stumbled Italian: "I want Naples to the top!"

This is not counting. Naples directly gave him a three-year long appointment and promised him to be the core of the team. Data shows that Serie A has been slow in recent years, which is particularly suitable for 33-year-old veterans like De Bruyne to play their remaining energy.

My opinion: Naples's operation is simply "picking up a treasure". The enthusiasm of fans is like "a long drought and a rain", which allows De Bruyne to quickly find a sense of belonging. The defensive intensity of Serie A is not low. Whether he can adapt depends on his real kung fu.

Why did de Bruyne choose Naples? In addition to the strong contract, there is another important reason - his Belgian fellow Lukaku is waiting for him there! In August 2024, the two of them practiced for the first time in Naples, which was simply "thunder and fire". According to the Milan Sports Daily, De Bruyne's scalpel passed the ball directly into the penalty area, and Lukaku shot with a shot, and the goalkeeper could only sigh at the ball. The coach also designed offensive routines around De Bruyne, clearly trying to make them the "king combination".

Experts analyzed that Lukaku's impact and De Bruyne's vision may be the secret weapon of Naples to attack the Serie A championship. Italy's Sky Sports even predicts that this pair of pairs will allow Napoli to overturn Manchester City in the Champions League!

My opinion: When these two people get together, they feel like "a strong alliance, invincible in the world." But football is not 1+1=2. No matter how good the cooperation is, it depends on the performance on the spot. De Bruyne must show off his real skills and don't let the fans be happy.

De Bruyne left Manchester City with many ways. In the spring of 2024, several wealthy families in the Saudi League offered sky-high contracts. According to the Daily Mail, the annual salary is as high as 40 million euros, which is enough to buy a few villas! But De Bruyne was not moved. After discussing with his family, he decided to stay in Europe for a simple reason: "I want to prove myself in the top league." He chose Naples, which can not only play high-level games, but also allow his children to continue to go to school in Europe.

My opinion: De Bruyne's choice is really "everyone has his own aspirations." Although the Saudi league has a lot of money, its competitive level is much worse than that of Europe. He would rather make less money than pursue honor. This kind of stubbornness is quite admirable.

De Bruyne's departure also brought out an "unexpected easter egg". James McCarty, a young player in Manchester City's youth training camp, usually regards De Bruyne as his idol. When he heard that he went to Serie A, he immediately became interested. In the summer of 2024, McCarty joined Juventus on loan, hoping to make a name for himself in the Serie A arena. According to the Manchester Evening News, Juventus coach felt that McCarthy's ball possession and vision were a bit like De Bruyne's, and planned to focus on training.

This matter has also sparked heated discussion. "BBC Sports" analyzed that De Bruyne's transfer may allow more young Premier League players to use Serie A as a springboard, and the league's attractiveness will rise rapidly.

My opinion: McCarthy's "star chasing" operation is quite interesting. De Bruyne invisibly became the "signature" of Serie A, which has a considerable influence. The pressure in Serie A is no less than that in the Premier League, and young people have to work harder. In the summer of 2024, Manchester City held a farewell ceremony for De Bruyne. Although it was low-key, it was very touching. The fans held up the sign "Thank you Kevin" and played the classic moment of his playing for Manchester City on the spot. De Bruyne's eyes turned red as he spoke, saying, "Manchester City is my home, but I have to keep moving forward." According to the Times, he also chatted with Guardiola for a long time, and the two talked about tactics and the future, like an old friend saying goodbye.

My opinion: This ceremony somewhat makes up for the regret of Manchester City's "cold treatment". De Bruyne's true feelings make people feel that he is not just a star, but also a flesh-and-blood person. Manchester City fans are probably mixed feelings. After

De Bruyne joined, Naples' ambition could no longer be hidden. In the past few years, Napoli has made his mark in the Champions League and has reached the quarterfinals in the 2022-23 season. With De Bruyne, the team headed straight to the championship. What fans are even more excited is that if the Champions League encounters Manchester City, De Bruyne can "slap" his old club in the face with his new club. According to ESPN, Naples' offensive firepower and De Bruyne's dispatch are enough to make waves in the Champions League.

My opinion: Revenge of Manchester City is exciting, but it is more difficult to do. De Bruyne had to turn his "anger" into strength and take Naples to fight a tough battle. No matter what the result is, this plot is definitely worth chasing!

In the past few years, Serie A has slowly regained its competitiveness with the efforts of Juventus, Inter Milan and other teams. In 2024, joining a top star like De Bruyne is equivalent to giving the league a shot of heart-warming agent. Data from the Italian Football Association shows that the investment in Serie A transfers increased by 15% year-on-year in the 2024-25 season, attracting many second-tier European stars.

My opinion: De Bruyne is definitely a catalyst for this "rejuvenation" in Serie A. If the league can really rise with his fame, fans will be blessed. But revival is not a matter of a day or a night, and Serie A still has to work hard on youth training and commercialization.

Although Serie A is slow, its defense is fierce. De Bruyne wants to be the core and has to overcome several hurdles. Experts pointed out that his physical condition and injury history are hidden dangers. In the 2023-24 season, he missed several games at Manchester City due to a minor injury. The coach of Naples was full of confidence and publicly stated: "Kevin (De Bruyne)'s experience and vision are enough for us to use it for several years!"

My opinion: De Bruyne's "old gun" still needs to be polished. The confrontation in Serie A is not as easy as the Premier League. He has to be more at ease and don’t force himself too hard. Fans are waiting to see his "old horse in the stable" show!

In addition to the stadium, de Bruyne's life in Naples is also quite interesting. After he moved to Naples with his family, he rented a sea view villa and liked to go to the local market to buy seafood. According to The Sun, he has started to learn Italian and occasionally jokes with his teammates, and the atmosphere is always happy.

#Picture and Text Check-in Plan#My opinion: De Bruyne's "immigration" life looks enviable. His ability to find balance in the new environment shows that this person's adaptability is really not something that can be covered. Life outside the court is happy, and performance on the court is probably not bad.