Kevin De Bruyne Poised to Complete Napoli Switch Following Belgium Qualifiers

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Reports from Italy indicate that Kevin De Bruyne has completed his international duty with the Belgium national team for the summer and is now prepared to formally finalize his transfer to Napoli.

De Bruyne is expected to join Antonio Conte`s side on a free transfer once his contract with Manchester City ends, concluding his ten-year tenure at the Etihad Stadium.

The transfer was initially anticipated for early June but was postponed by De Bruyne until after Belgium`s recent World Cup qualifying matches.

De Bruyne ready to complete Napoli transfer

The 34-year-old midfielder started both June qualifiers for Belgium: a 1-1 draw against North Macedonia and a thrilling 4-3 victory over Wales on Monday night, where he scored the winning goal in the 88th minute.

According to various sources, including Gianluca Di Marzio and Matteo Moretto, De Bruyne is now ready to complete the remaining steps of his move to Napoli.

Essential documents and a two-year contract have already been signed, with a medical examination anticipated before the end of the week.

Additionally, Napoli is reportedly nearing the completion of a transfer for 20-year-old Empoli defender Luca Marianucci.

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