Kevin De Bruyne: Galatasaray linked with move for Napoli’s Belgian-Burundian playmaker

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Kevin De Bruyne: Galatasaray linked with move for Napoli’s Belgian-Burundian playmaker

Napoli attacking midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, the Belgian-Burundian international currently valued at €8.00m, is being linked with a summer move to Turkish giants Galatasaray.

The 34-year-old, who plays as a right-footed attacking midfielder and wears the number 11 shirt for the Serie A club, is the subject of fresh speculation over his future, with reports in Türkiye suggesting Galatasaray are exploring the possibility of bringing him to the Süper Lig. Data on his situation lists the probability of a move only as “?”, underlining how uncertain any deal remains.

De Bruyne’s contractual status at Napoli is unclear, with no expiry date recorded, leading to suggestions that he could yet move on favourable terms or even edge towards free-agent territory if talks over his future do not progress. His current market value of €8.00m, as recorded on 23 June 2026, would represent a relatively modest outlay for a player of his pedigree.

Born in Drongen on 28 June 1991 and standing at 1.81m, De Bruyne holds both Belgium and Burundi nationality. Now in the twilight of his career, he continues to operate primarily in the No 10 role, listed as “Midfield – Attacking Midfield”.

The Napoli midfielder’s most recent outing noted in the data came in Serie A this month, though specific opponent and scoreline details are not provided, and only his attacking midfield role for the Italian side is confirmed. There are no indications yet of formal bids, and Galatasaray’s interest is, at this stage, confined to rumour.

With his club future open and his value declining from previous peaks, a switch to Istanbul could offer De Bruyne a final high-profile chapter, potentially reshaping the closing years of his career and adding a new dimension to his legacy if the move does materialise.

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