Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, currently playing for Napoli, commented on questions about manager Antonio Conte and Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.
De Bruyne's opinion
"It's not easy to say, because I've only played two games for Napoli. However, it can be said that Conte's style differs significantly from Pep's. He has a very tactical approach, and the pace of the game is a bit slower. The fields are also different - it's drier here, so it's difficult to maintain the tempo of the game," De Bruyne said.
Beginning of a new road
This summer, the 34-year-old transferred from Manchester City to Napoli as a free agent. Everyone is interested in how his experience and playing style will manifest under the Italian coach.
Current results
De Bruyne has made two appearances in Serie A this season, scoring one goal. At the same time, he can be of great help to the team not only with his experience on the field, but also with his understanding of the strategic process of games.
According to Transfermarkt, the Belgian midfielder currently has a market value of €20 million. This confirms that he is still a highly regarded player.
Conclusion
De Bruyne's words suggest that he is in the process of adopting a new direction and different style at Napoli. The difference between Conte's tactical vision and Guardiola's style focused on high-speed football is expected to be an interesting experience for both the player and the fans.
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