Napoli considers tactical shift to optimize Kevin De Bruyne

Napoli manager Massimiliano Allegri is considering a tactical shift to a 3-4-2-1 formation to better utilize Kevin De Bruyne. Observers have noted a discrepancy between the midfielder’s performance for the Belgian national team, where he appears more liberated to attack spaces and verticalize, and his role at Napoli, where he often drops deeper to assist in build-up play alongside players like Gilmour or Lobotka.

In recent Nations League action, De Bruyne had a difficult outing for Belgium in a 0-1 loss to France. During the match, he received a yellow card and was substituted in the second half. Analysts suggest that providing De Bruyne with more offensive freedom and better passing options, similar to his role with the Belgian squad, could help unlock his potential and improve Napoli's attacking output, particularly in supporting strikers like Rasmus Hojlund.