In a recent interview, De Bruyne explained his decision to join Napoli, saying: "Napoli was the best option for me. There were many offers, but I chose the Italian champions because they play in the Champions League, and Antonio Conte is a great coach."

De Bruyne, who is now 34 years old, also considered the needs of his family when making his decision. His eldest child is 10 years old and is in a critical phase of development, and De Bruyne wanted to ensure that his family was happy with his choice.

When Manchester City decided not to renew De Bruyne's contract, he began exploring other options. He felt that it was time for a change and that Napoli was the best choice for his family and his football career. De Bruyne believes that he can still play at a high level in Serie A.

De Bruyne also addressed the criticism that he is old and no longer able to play at a high level. He responded by saying: "I think I'm still the same player I was 10 years ago. Maybe I'm not as dynamic as I was when I was younger, but I have more experience now. As a player, you're always evolving, and I have my strengths and weaknesses like everyone else."

De Bruyne emphasized that his love for football is still strong, and he wants to enjoy playing the game. He believes that if he enjoys playing, he will perform better and have more fun on the pitch.