Serie A: Kevin De Bruyne joins Napoli as free agent boost title defense
Napoli have officially confirmed the signing of Kevin De Bruyne following the expiration of his Manchester City contract—his move announced just after he bid farewell at the Etihad :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
The 33‑year‑old Belgian icon joins the reigning Serie A champions on a free transfer, signing a three‑year deal reportedly worth €17 million per season, aiming to bring his playmaking genius to consolidate Napoli’s recent domestic dominance :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
> “If you put De Bruyne in that already strong team, it’s very clear that you’re doing everything you can.”
> — Ex‑Napoli coach Rafa Benítez on the De Bruyne signing :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Just after winning their second Scudetto in three years, Napoli’s arrival signals intent: blending experience like De Bruyne with their youthful core to challenge again at home and in Europe.
