De Bruyne, the worst is to be feared

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

The situation is getting worse day by day. Last Saturday, Kevin De Bruyne was forced to give up his place during the clash between Naples and Inter Milan (3-1) following an injury contracted while taking the 1-0 penalty. After some examinations, the club revealed on Monday a “significant bicep tear right thigh femoral » for his midfielder. The Italian press even announced a package lasting three to four months.

On Wednesday, the duration of his convalescence was automatically increased since the Belgian opted for surgery at the AZ Monica hospital in Deurne, Belgium. “
Everything went well, even wonderfully, I can tell you that. Kevin is doing very well,” ex-physiotherapist of the Belgian national team Lieven Maesschalk whispered to The Last Hour.

The rehabilitation of the Neapolitan number 11 has now begun. It remains to be seen when “KDB” will return? Well, according to the information from The Sunit won’t arrive anytime soon. Information that is worrying, as the 2026 World Cup is fast approaching.

De Bruyne’s entourage is worried

According to the British media, those close to the player fear that this new injury will bother him more than expected. Already operated on his left thigh in 2023, the Red Devil could miss the 2026 World Cup with his selection. A huge potential blow for Kevin De Bruyne. At 34 years old (35 next June), the player should experience his last World Cup.

Before even considering Belgium’s presence in North America, it will first be about qualifying. Rudi Garcia’s men have not yet validated their ticket, and will try to do so against Kazakhstan (November 15, 3 p.m.) then against Liechtenstein (November 18, 8:45 p.m.) during the next international break. Without the Napoli midfielder.