Everton Line Up Shock Premier League Return for Kevin De Bruyne

Everton have made a shock approach to sign former Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, according to reports in Italy.

The six-time Premier League winner swapped Manchester for Napoli in the summer of 2025 but has struggled for large spells at the Serie A club, and Italian outlet CalcioMercato reports that Everton have already made initial contact with the player’s entourage.

The report notes that Everton are assessing whether the deal has a real chance, but Napoli would need to be convinced to let their Belgian midfielder leave mid-season.

Tensions in Naples

Reports in Italy also suggest a January exit would not be a surprise, with dressing-room tensions between De Bruyne and some of his Napoli teammates said to be part of the picture.

A familiar face could make way

Jack Grealish, currently on loan at Everton, is expected to have his loan cut short in January — the same window in which a De Bruyne move could materialise.

Source: SPORTbible