De Bruyne’s No.11 Shirt Sells Out as Napoli Welcomes a Star

A New Era Begins in the Azzurri

Napoli fans have waited years for a marquee signing of this level. De Bruyne’s arrival is seen as a defining moment in the De Laurentiis era. His jersey has become a bestseller not just in official stores but also at the local training ground stands, where only his name seems to appear on fans’ backs.

At his first training session, he showed glimpses of brilliance: clever flicks, pinpoint passes, and an instant understanding with Lukaku, even delivering a perfect assist during a small-sided game. The fans responded with smiles, chants, and applause, an early glimpse of what’s to come at the Stadio Maradona.

The No.10 on His Training Kit

In a symbolic gesture, Napoli assigned De Bruyne the No.10 on his training gear, a number long retired in honor of Diego Maradona. Though surprised, Kevin respectfully acknowledged the gesture and will wear No.11 during the season. It’s a number previously held by Lukaku, who now reclaims his traditional No.9.

Ready for New Glory

De Bruyne’s mission is clear: bring his world-class quality to Napoli and form a dream partnership with Lukaku. Napoli’s ambition to dominate domestically and make a mark in the Champions League has never been stronger. The Belgian duo now leads that charge, aiming to create new unforgettable nights under the Maradona lights.

Having won the Champions League two years ago as captain of Manchester City, De Bruyne’s winning mentality is now Napoli’s biggest asset. His Serie A debut is one of the most anticipated events of the season, and fans are already dreaming big.

First Steps in Trentino

Training as a mezzala, De Bruyne partnered with McTominay while Neres and Lang featured out wide. From Istanbul glory to a new chapter in Naples, Kevin De Bruyne has found a new home, and perhaps a new legacy to build.