Kevin De Bruyne’s representatives ‘hold talks with Italian giants’ as Serie A club aims to fend off Premier League and MLS rivals for outgoing Man City star

• De Bruyne, 33, announced last month that he would be leaving Manchester City 
• The star feels he can still play at the top level despite his deal not being renewed 
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By MICHAEL PAVITT

Kevin De Bruyne’s representatives have reportedly held initial talks with Serie A leaders Napoli over a free transfer this summer.

De Bruyne will be a free agent at the end of the season when his Manchester City contract expires.

The 33-year-old revealed last month that Man City’s director of football, Txiki Begiristain and CEO, Ferran Soriano, had informed him that his contract would not be renewed.

According to the Times, Napoli have already made contact with De Bruyne’s representatives over summer move.

Napoli are assured of a place in next season’s Champions League and are closing in on the Serie A title.

Antonio Conte’s side are three points ahead of Champions League finalists Inter Milan, with just three rounds of fixtures remaining this season.

Kevin De Bruyne’s representatives have reportedly been contacted by Napoli over a move

Antonio Conte’s side could offer De Bruyne’s Champions League football next season

Napoli reportedly hope De Bruyne’s friendship with Romelu Lukaku helps to seal a deal

Napoli are reportedly hopeful De Bruyne’s friendship with fellow Belgian international Romelu Lukaku could help persuade the midfielder to join the club.

Lukaku is Napoli’s joint top scorer this season having netted 12 times in all competitions.

De Bruyne has expressed his desire to continue competing at the top level and will consider what is best for his family.

‘Honestly, I still think I can perform at this level like I’m showing but I understand that clubs have to make decisions,’ De Bruyne said last month.

‘I’m open for anything (next) because I have to look at the whole picture. I’m looking at sporting reasons, family and everything together and what makes the most sense for me and my family. 

‘I still feel like I can play at a good level, but after I’ll have to make a decision once I really know a little bit more.’

According to Sky Sports, Aston Villa are one of the Premier League sides to have enquired about a move.

De Bruyne has also been linked with a move to the MLS, with Chicago Fire having the priority option for the star.

De Bruyne reportedly has Premier League interest and feels he can still perform at the top level

The 33-year-old is also understood to have interest from the Saudi Pro League.

Despite suffering from injuries this season, De Bruyne has made 36 appearances in all competitions for Man City, scoring six goals and providing eight assists.

During his time at Man City, De Bruyne has won Six Premier League titles, the Champions League and five League Cups.

He could sign off from the club with a third FA Cup with Man City facing Crystal Palace in the final on May 17.

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Kevin De Bruyne’s representatives ‘hold talks with Italian giants’ as Serie A club aims to fend off Premier League and MLS rivals for outgoing Man City star

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