Belgium boss Van Bommel says PSV move would suit De Bruyne

Belgium manager Mark van Bommel has backed Kevin De Bruyne to consider a move to PSV as uncertainty continues over the midfielder’s future at Napoli.

The 35-year-old Belgium playmaker has been linked with a switch to the Dutch Eredivisie champions, who are reportedly in advanced contact with him over a possible January transfer.

De Bruyne is said to be allowed to leave Napoli on a free transfer in January after struggling to settle in Naples. Reports have also alleged that he has fallen out with several team-mates.

Van Bommel, who played 274 times for PSV and managed the club for 18 months in 2018 and 2019, believes the club and the Dutch style of football would suit his former international colleague.

Speaking to Het Laatste Nieuws, Van Bommel said: “For Kevin personally... He doesn't live far away (from PSV), and I think Dutch football suits him - the way football is played, always wanting to play, the '10' position, attacking-minded... It fits in that sense.”

Dutch reports say PSV are maintaining top-level contact with De Bruyne as they explore the possibility of bringing him to the club in January.

The midfielder has not reacted negatively to the prospect of joining the reigning Eredivisie champions, although PSV are expected to face competition for his signature.

Everton are also reportedly interested in signing the former Manchester City player.

De Bruyne joined Napoli in 2025 and has scored nine goals and provided six assists in 36 appearances across all competitions.