After ten legendary seasons at City, De Bruyne had confirmed his departure earlier this year, expressing disappointment at not receiving a renewal offer.

The reason for the delay in the deal taking Kevin De Bruyne to Napoli has been revealed ahead of the midfielder's medical on Thursday.

Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Kevin De Bruyne has given the ‘final green light’ to Napoli in regards to a move there, as his medical and formal steps will now follow.

Kevin De Bruyne has landed in Rome, where he will undergo medical tests with Napoli before signing a two-year deal with the defending Serie A champions.Belgian ace De Bruyne has just landed in Rome