Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball ItaliaUnverified sourceVia Sacha Tavolieri· 3 Aug 2026
De Bruyne set to stay at Napoli despite MLS interest
The Belgian midfielder has chosen to remain in Naples for another season, according to reports.
K. De Bruyne
player
Player
Kevin De Bruyne
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Napoli
Linked club
Chicago Fire, San Diego FC, Inter Miami
Reported fee
Not specified
What happened. Belgian transfer pundit Sacha Tavolieri reports that Kevin De Bruyne has decided with his family to stay at Napoli for at least one more season, despite MLS interest.
- De Bruyne's debut season was hampered by a serious injury.
- He had been linked with moves to Chicago Fire, San Diego FC, and Inter Miami.
- His love for Naples influenced the decision to stay.
Napoli had already stated he was under contract, so no decision was needed, but this confirms his commitment.
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