Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that PSV have made contact with Kevin De Bruyne over a possible move to Eindhoven, adding further weight to reports linking the Belgian midfielder with a return closer to home during the January transfer window.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, the Italian transfer journalist revealed that PSV have approached the 35-year-old in recent weeks to discuss his situation at Napoli and explore the possibility of an early departure.

The reports first emerged on Wednesday evening, when Nicolò Schira claimed that PSV had made enquiries about De Bruyne. Voetbal International and Eindhovens Dagblad subsequently confirmed the Dutch club's interest, while Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws reported that the midfielder would be open to a move.

Romano believes De Bruyne's situation at Napoli is one to monitor as the winter window approaches, with uncertainty surrounding the club's circumstances in Serie A.

“We need to keep an eye on him for the winter transfer window. Why? Napoli’s situation in Serie A is complicated. Right now, it isn’t easy to play for Napoli,” Romano explained.

He then confirmed that PSV had made their interest known directly to the player.

“That is true. PSV has called De Bruyne over the past few weeks to address his situation. They called him to say: 'if you want to leave earlier, then we would be interested and then you can live closer to Belgium.'”

Romano added that PSV would welcome another high-profile signing after bringing in experienced players, including Ivan Perisic.

Het Laatste Nieuws has also suggested that De Bruyne is receptive to the possibility of joining PSV. The Belgian international is reportedly attracted by the club's style of football and Peter Bosz's attacking approach.

The prospect would also offer a practical benefit for the midfielder and his family. A move to Eindhoven would allow them to live closer to Belgium, with Bolderberg reportedly an appealing location. The journey from there to Eindhoven takes around 45 minutes.

Bosz's footballing philosophy is understood to be another factor in the appeal, with PSV's attacking approach fitting De Bruyne's vision of the game.

Despite the confirmed contact, Romano stressed that a deal is far from certain. Any move would depend on several factors, including the financial agreement between the clubs, De Bruyne's personal preferences and Napoli's position.

“There are also other clubs, because there is always a lot of movement around De Bruyne, also from the MLS. It is up to De Bruyne to make the decision,” Romano said, as quoted by PSV Inside.

Napoli's stance could prove important. According to Neapolitan newspaper Il Mattino di Napoli, the Italian club does not intend to activate the one-year extension option in De Bruyne's contract, potentially opening the door to a January exit.

The report adds that Napoli would not stand in his way, although the midfielder has yet to communicate his intentions to the club.

For PSV, the opportunity to sign a player of De Bruyne's experience and quality is an attractive prospect. However, the final decision rests with the Belgian, with Napoli's position and the financial terms still to be resolved.