Kevin De Bruyne is set to leave Manchester City this summer after a decade at the Etihad - and his wife has seemingly dropped a clue as to where he could be heading next.
De Bruyne called his imminent departure a 'business' decision, and he still feels he has a lot to offer at the top level of the game.
Speculation is now mounting about where the 33-year-old will continue his career, with several potential destinations emerging.
Sky Sports reported earlier this week that Napoli had made a move for the Belgian international, with the club's sporting director Giovanni Manna in Manchester over the last few weeks for talks with the player.
Manchester City announced Kevin De Bruyne was to leave the club this summer
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Now, Belgian outlet HLN is reporting that De Bruyne's wife, Michel Lacroix, has been spotted in Naples. She is believed to be house-hunting in the city, which has fuelled speculation about the midfielder's potential move to the Serie A club.
Napoli are currently three points clear at the summit of Serie A, managed by former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Antonio Conte, and could present an interesting opportunity for De Bruyne.
The Belgian has already stated: "I have to look at the whole picture. I'm looking at sporting reasons, family and everything together and what makes the most sense for me and my family."
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Antonio Conte is currently managing Romelu Lukaku as his Napoli side lead the league
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The De Bruynes already have a sentimental connection to the Naples area, with the couple being married in Sorrento, a picturesque peninsula town located along the Gulf of Naples coast.
Another factor potentially drawing De Bruyne to Naples is his close friendship with Romelu Lukaku, who currently plays for Napoli.
The two Belgian internationals have a long history together, having briefly lived together at Chelsea, as well as racking up a combined 231 international appearances.
They are also represented by the same agency, Jay-Z's Roc Nation Sports.
Napoli reportedly hope this friendship could help persuade De Bruyne to join the Italian club, with former Belgian international Dries Mertens also providing a connection to Naples for the veteran.
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Mertens is set to become an honorary citizen of Napoli next month after spending nine years at the club, and he still maintains a residence on the coast with his partner Kat Kerkhofs.
The pair also attended De Bruyne's wedding in 2017, and these existing ties to the region could make a potential move to Napoli more appealing for the Belgian star and his family.
While Napoli appears to be a strong contender, De Bruyne has been linked with several other destinations.
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Kevin De Bruyne has many options for his next club
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Aston Villa have emerged as a potential Premier League option for the Belgian star, whilst a move to MLS has also been suggested, with Chicago Fire reportedly holding a priority option for his signature
However the midfielder has expressed a preference to stay at the top level of European football.
The 33-year-old is also believed to have attracted interest from the Saudi Pro League.
De Bruyne has spoken openly about his future plans following the news of his departure from City: "I'm open for anything because I have to look at the whole picture. I'm looking at sporting reasons, family and everything together.
"I still feel like I can play at a good level, but after I'll have to make a decision once I really know a little bit more."
De Bruyne has made 36 appearances for City this season, scoring six goals and providing eight assists, including a recent winner against Wolves at the Etihad.
During his decade at Manchester City, he has won six Premier League titles, the Champions League and five League Cups, as well as being being one of few players to win the PFA Player's Player on two occasions.
City face Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final on May 17 for a chance to win it for the third time, capping off a spectacular career at the Citizens.
