Napoli director drops two-word update on De Bruyne transfer

Therefore, ADL called Manna, saying: “He is in continuous contact with De Bruyne and his lawyers.”

At that point, Manna replied with just two words and a smile: “Pretty close,” said the Napoli director via Sky Sport.

De Bruyne is available on a free transfer as his contract with Manchester City expires at the end of the season.

The Premier League giants decided against offering KDB a new deal, so the Partenopei made their move alongside Chicago Fire and Fenerbahce.

Transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri reported on Thursday that De Bruyne had rejected a €25m offer for two seasons from Fenerbahce to sign for Napoli.

Why De Bruyne will leave Manchester City

“I have not had any offer the whole year, they [Man City] just took a decision,” De Bruyne said in April, via BBC.

“Obviously, I was a bit surprised but I just have to accept it. Honestly, I still think I can perform at this level like I’m showing, but I understand clubs have to make decisions.

“I feel like I still have a lot to give. Obviously I know I’m not 25 any more but I still feel like I can do my job.

“I’m open for anything. I have to look at the whole picture. I’m looking at sporting, family, everything together, what makes the most sense for me and my family.

“I like to play football. I like to compete. That’s what I feel, so I can’t say that I want to quit because I still feel that whenever I’m in training I want to beat the guys.”