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Made in Manchester! McTominay, De Bruyne & Hojlund all on target

Napoli reignited their Serie A campaign with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Cremonese at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Friday. Former Manchester rivals Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne both found the net alongside Rasmus Hojlund to ensure Antonio Conte’s side issued a perfect response following their recent title-race setback.

Fernandes inherits De Bruyne's crown as Premier League's 'best'

Bruno Fernandes has been hailed as the finest central midfielder in the Premier League following a match-winning display in Manchester United's 1-0 victory over Chelsea. The Portuguese star provided the decisive assist for Matheus Cunha to leave the Red Devils on the brink of Champions League qualification.

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'Like any job' - De Bruyne has fallen out of love with football

Former Manchester City icon Kevin De Bruyne has admitted that his relationship with football has changed significantly. The 34-year-old has remarkably suggested that his passion for football has dwindled after spending three decades in the sport. Speaking in a revealing interview, the Napoli midfielder compared the beautiful game to a standard profession where interest naturally fades over time.

Belgium v North Macedonia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

De Bruyne expects 'aggressive' USMNT test

As the international calendar shifts toward the final stretch before World Cup rosters are finalised, Belgium find themselves in the United States for a crucial double-header against the USMNT and Mexico. For Kevin De Bruyne, the match offers a chance to reunite with a manager he knows well from internal Premier League battles during Mauricio Pochettino's time at Tottenham and Chelsea.

Lukaku and De Bruyne in turmoil: "Too much fuss; the situation isn't good for anyone"

The Belgian striker must return to Italy by Tuesday or he will be dropped from the squad

Napoli and De Bruyne – is it already over? What has changed?

The Belgian attacking midfielder could leave Italy after just one season: at almost 35, his physical condition will be a decisive factor

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Belgium, Garcia: "De Bruyne? It’s not as bad as people think, given he’s been out injured for months"

The Belgian manager’s comments on the long-term injury that has sidelined Kevin De Bruyne this season.

De Bruyne finally returns to Napoli training after 128 days

Napoli have received a massive boost as Belgian maestro Kevin De Bruyne officially returned to first-team training at Castel Volturno on Monday. Following a four-month recovery period, the veteran playmaker is finally back on the grass, signalling the end of a frustrating spell on the sidelines that began in October.

De Bruyne set for Napoli return

Napoli are preparing to welcome back a familiar face to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. After a grueling period on the sidelines, Kevin De Bruyne is finally closing in on his return to Italy. The Belgian playmaker is expected to arrive in Naples on Sunday, coinciding with his team-mates' trip to Bergamo to face Atalanta. From Monday, the veteran midfielder is slated to report to the Castel Volturno training centre, marking the beginning of the crucial re-integration phase under the watchful eye of Antonio Conte.

Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur - UEFA Champions League Quarter Final: Second Leg

De Bruyne leading Napoli's bid to sign close friend Sterling

Kevin De Bruyne is reportedly looking to reunite with Raheem Sterling at Napoli. The duo won numerous trophies together at Manchester City, where they formed a close friendship and remain in touch to this day. Now, it is being claimed that Sterling could join De Bruyne at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona after leaving Chelsea.

Kane compared to Kroos & De Bruyne by Bayern boss

Harry Kane has, as a complete forward that blends goal-scoring with ball-playing, been compared to Toni Kroos and Kevin De Bruyne by Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany. England captain Kane is all about hitting the net - an artform that he has mastered down the years - but his remarkable numbers in the final third also include plenty of assists.

Hojlund reborn! How Conte got Man Utd misfit firing for Napoli

After Napoli beat Bologna on December 22 to win the Supercoppa Italiana, Rasmus Hojlund posted a picture of him holding the trophy, accompanied by the words, "What a great decision looks like." Unsurprisingly, some Manchester United fans didn't react well to the perceived slight on their club. One comment on Hojlund's Instagram photo with more than 14,000 likes sarcastically congratulated the Dane for finding his 'level' before adding, "[The] Premier League is too difficult for amateurs."

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Eze reveals ‘high-level thinker’ as his toughest PL opponent ever

Arsenal and England star Eberechi Eze has revealed his toughest ever Premier League opponent. Speaking exclusively with Adebayo Akinfenwa on GOAL's Beast Mode On podcast, Eze admitted how difficult it was to play Kevin De Bruyne whenever Crystal Palace faced Manchester City, before their respective summer 2025 moves. The Belgian midfielder is widely considered to be one of the best overseas players to ever grace the English top flight.

Feyenoord v Fenerbahce - UEFA Champions League Third Qualifying Round First Leg

Napoli eye winter move for Feynoord's midfield star

Napoli have entered the winter transfer market with urgency after injuries to Kevin De Bruyne and Zambo Anguissa forced Antonio Conte to rethink his midfield structure. Feyenoord captain Quinten Timber has emerged as a prime target, with his contract running down and multiple clubs circling. But Napoli now face fierce competition from Arsenal, where his twin brother Jurrien Timber already plays.

📽️ | Dinho, KDB or Iniesta? Palmer picks top FIFPRO legend

Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer has, during an exclusive chat with GOAL, been charged with the task of picking his favourite FIFPRO legend from a selection of global icons. The England international has made that XI himself in 2025, but he has also been casting an eye over historic selections. Ronaldinho, Kevin De Bruyne, Andres Iniesta and Steven Gerrard are among the superstars to have been pitched against one another.

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