Serie A 2025/26 opens: Exciting with Modric and De Bruyne

Today (August 23), Serie A 2025/26 opens in an atmosphere full of expectations, not only for the Scudetto battle but also for new faces.

Amidst the wind of change, when clubs invest heavily in personnel (mainly in numbers, limited in finances), Italian football becomes the destination of older but still classy stars - Luka Modric and Kevin De Bruyne.

While many players over 30 choose MLS (USA) or Saudi Pro League to "retire", the decision of two "old men" is in the opposite direction.

Modric and De Bruyne's choices left fans both surprised and excited.

At the age of 39, Modric still maintains the impressive form and class of a 5-time Champions League winner.

Leaving Real Madrid to join AC Milan was a calculated move for the Croatian midfielder.

Meanwhile, Kevin De Bruyne – who left Man City after a decade of association – also chose Serie A as the final destination in his peak career, joining defending champion Napoli at the age of 34.

De Bruyne, a pitch artist, will conquer the land that Diego Maradona symbolizes.

Both turned down lucrative offers from the US and Saudi Arabia, affirming that their main goal is to maintain their fitness, playing rhythm and football inspiration to be ready for the final 2026 World Cup of their careers.

Italian football , famous for its tight tactical philosophy and moderate playing tempo, has become the ideal environment for veterans like Modric and De Bruyne to demonstrate their experience and flair.

They don't have to compete physically like in the Premier League, nor do they have to live in low-intensity matches like in the new tournaments.

Instead, Serie A allows Modric and De Bruyne to play the role of conductor, controlling the game with their brains and skills – something they have done so well for over a decade.

The presence of Modric and De Bruyne also brings special attraction to Serie A this season. The audience is expected to increase sharply, and the international media will pay more attention to the tournament that is overshadowed by the Premier League.

Milan with Modric set a modest target of top 4, but when the opportunity arises, Max Allegri's army is ready to be more ambitious.

Meanwhile, Napoli recruited De Bruyne not only to defend the Scudetto. With the Belgian midfielder, coach Antonio Conte has ambitions to aim for the Champions League front.

Serie A 2025/26 promises to be a special season, with intense matches, and two legends Modric and De Bruyne - who want to maintain their best condition for the 2026 World Cup.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/serie-a-2025-26-khai-mac-gia-tri-modric-va-de-bruyne-2435173.html