PSV's hunt for De Bruyne puts Belgium on edge: 45 minutes to go home

Rumors about a possible move of Kevin De Bruyne to PSV Eindhoven are gaining more confirmation, causing the Belgian football scene to be on edge; the 35‑year‑old midfielder could change clubs in the coming months, the transfer would be attractive not only sportingly but also family‑wise, given the short distance to his home in Limburg.

The spectacular transfer news surrounding Kevin De Bruyne is also big news in Belgium. The rumors are also being confirmed by the southern neighbours, where the Dutch media confirm the possible move to PSV. It is being viewed positively by both Belgian and Dutch commentators. The article also appeared on Google three minutes ago.

The Belgian outlet reports in a video item that the news has now been confirmed to them. It says that it could simply be that Kevin De Bruyne will change clubs in the coming months.

On Wednesday evening the story broke that PSV is working on the sensational transfer of the Belgian midfielder. The player would be positive about the initial talks.

Reasons for a possible move

According to sources the relationship between Napoli and De Bruyne has been strained for some time, with him never being fully satisfied. Last year he complained about a lack of joy in playing, and the arrival of a new coach has not improved the situation. Napoli is experiencing a difficult season, while PSV is known for attacking football and competes for trophies every year, both domestically and in the Champions League. Moreover, the club is close to Limburg, where De Bruyne has a home, making the travel time to Eindhoven only forty‑five minutes.

PSV aim for 'astronomical' winter signing of Kevin De Bruyne

Napoli currently sits tenth in Serie A with fifteen points from thirty‑three matches. In the Champions League the club is in twenty‑seventh place with three points from twelve matches.

PSV, the Dutch champion, is looking for a quality injection and is well aware of the situation De Bruyne finds himself in. The club wants to give him football enjoyment this winter, even though the Red Devil will only become transfer‑free in June. According to well‑informed sources the talks have already been going on for several weeks.

Former coach Van Bommel defends the critical approach of the Red Devil and emphasizes that De Bruyne can live in Belgium again via PSV. The family already has a house in the Limburg region, just a fifteen‑minute drive from Eindhoven.

The Italian press reports that De Bruyne has been receiving a gross annual salary of around €11.11 million since July 2025. This winter he could leave the club after conflicts with Antonio Conte, Massimiliano Allegri and recently with Lorenzo Lucca. He has scored four goals and provided two assists this season in fifteen matches across all competitions. The player prefers a higher position on the pitch, a view not shared by Allegri.

reports that PSV recently contacted De Bruyne's surroundings to explore a possible transfer. Peter Bosz has recently stated that his team, after the departure of Joey Veerman and Ismael Saibari, no longer has players who can make the difference, and that De Bruyne could provide that quality. In 2012 De Bruyne was already on Twente's list, but he chose Chelsea at the time.