Overview
- Napoli confirmed a high-grade lesion of the right biceps femoris for Kevin De Bruyne and said rehabilitation has begun after he was hurt scoring a penalty in the 3-1 win over Inter.
- The club did not provide a return date, while multiple outlets report an absence of at least three months that likely rules him out for the remainder of 2025.
- Italian media report he is set for surgery in Antwerp this week, with estimates placing his comeback in early 2026.
- The setback compounds Antonio Conte’s selection issues for Serie A leaders Napoli, who are already dealing with injuries to players including Stanislav Lobotka and Romelu Lukaku.
- Belgium face a significant loss for upcoming World Cup qualifiers, and the injury echoes De Bruyne’s previous hamstring problems, including a 2023 operation that sidelined him for months.