Kevin De Bruyne aims to guide Belgium's younger players

Kevin De Bruyne spoke to the media ahead of Belgium's Nations League match against Italy, emphasizing his desire to aid the transition to a new generation of players. Unlike teammate Thibaut Courtois, De Bruyne is committed to participating in the upcoming matches. The Napoli midfielder acknowledged the need for younger players to assume more responsibility. De Bruyne, along with Romelu Lukaku, remains a leader as Belgium's golden generation fades. He hinted at possibly retiring from international football after the 2028 European Championships. Currently, De Bruyne has played six matches this season, scoring one goal and providing one assist, as Napoli sits ninth in Serie A.

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