Kevin is a smart and skillful player who plays mostly with his brain and sharp skills than relies on his physical strength which in fact is not his advantage compares to other players. Now as an old player, he has more motivations to adapt to ageing, weaker body and take advantage of his smartness, cleverness and great skills as well as abundant experience in his playing time and contributions for his club.
Napoli actually are aware that Kevin can do this well in Serie A with low intensity in most of matches. They needs ball possession and match-changing passes from Kevin, and physical fight in the midfield will be assigned as tasks for younger players in their club.
Two goals against Girona are proof that De Bruyne was able to provide a change in Napoli to defend the Serie A title in the 2025-26 season.
As shown during strengthening Manchester City, experience in the Premier League will make Kevin De Bruyne will not experience difficulties except fitness problems.
The purchase of Kevin De Bruyne is the right transfer even though Napoli has sold Raspadori to Atletico Madrid.