According to reports, with Kevin De Bruyne’s contract expiring at the end of the current season, speculation about his next destination has intensified. Recent actions by his wife may have revealed a major clue about his potential move.

De Bruyne, after a brilliant decade at the Etihad Stadium, is ready to bid farewell to Manchester City. Reports indicate that after being informed by the club’s sporting director, Txiki Begiristain, and CEO Ferran Soriano that his contract would not be renewed, he decided to leave. However, the 33-year-old midfielder still wishes to compete at the highest level in European football while emphasizing that his final decision will consider his family’s circumstances.

Several clubs have been linked as potential destinations for De Bruyne. Aston Villa is one of the domestic options in the Premier League. Additionally, Chicago Fire in MLS has also been mentioned as a club prioritizing his signing.

However, recent reports suggest talks between De Bruyne’s representatives and Napoli. Belgian media HLN reported that Michèle Lacroix, De Bruyne’s wife, was seen in Naples, reportedly visiting houses. This news has fueled rumors about a potential transfer to Napoli.

Notably, De Bruyne and his wife share a special emotional connection with the region. They married in 2017 in Sorrento, located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Naples. Additionally, Romelu Lukaku, De Bruyne’s close friend and former Belgian national teammate, currently plays for Napoli. The two previously lived together during their time at Chelsea and are both represented by the sports agency “Roc Nation Sports.”

Reports indicate that Napoli hopes De Bruyne’s close relationship with Lukaku could be a decisive factor in convincing the Belgian star to join the club. Lukaku, with 12 goals this season, has been Napoli’s top scorer and played a key role in the club’s bid for a second Serie A title in three years.