7 Kevin De Bruyne
Kevin De Bruyne, 1991-06-28, Midfielder for Belgium, plays for Napoli. 108 international caps, 30 goals. Part of Belgium's 2026 World Cup Group G squad.
Biography
Manchester City's creative heartbeat and one of the best playmakers of his generation. Currently plying his trade at Napoli, an industrious midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Has earned 108 international caps, scoring 30 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
Career Timeline
De Bruyne was named in the Fan Dream Team of the 2018 World Cup, as Belgium finished in third place, as well as appearing at Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024.
He was nominated for the prestigious Ballon d'Or award several times, ending third in the 2022 edition, and fourth in 2023.
In 2019–20, De Bruyne equalled the record for most assists in a Premier League season and was named Player of the Season, the award he won for the second time in 2021–22.
In 2017–18, he had a significant role in City becoming the only Premier League team to attain 100 points in a single league season.
He was a member of the Belgian squads that reached the quarter-finals at both the 2014 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2016.
In the summer of 2015, De Bruyne joined Manchester City for a then-club record £54 million.
He signed with VfL Wolfsburg for £18 million in 2014, establishing himself as one of the best players in the Bundesliga and was integral in the club's 2014–15 DFB-Pokal win.
De Bruyne made his full international debut in 2010, and he has since earned over 110 caps, scoring 36 goals for Belgium.