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Gilmour Welcomes De Bruyne Challenge at Napoli

Napoli's Billy Gilmour sees the signing of star midfielder Kevin de Bruyne not as a threat, but as a great opportunity to improve.
Gilmour Welcomes De Bruyne Challenge at Napoli

Napoli midfielder Billy Gilmour has shared his positive outlook on the arrival of world-class player Kevin de Bruyne. Instead of seeing the increased competition as a threat to his position, Gilmour believes it is helping him become a better player.

This situation highlights the benefits of having experienced stars on a team. For younger talents like Gilmour, competing with the best in training and matches provides a valuable chance to learn and grow, pushing them to raise their own game.

💪 A Positive Challenge

Gilmour explained that when a top player like Kevin de Bruyne joins the team, it raises the standard for everyone. “When a big player like that signs, it’s good,” he said. He sees it as a healthy competition, motivating him to fight for his place in the team and enjoy the process.

⚽ Learning Every Day

The Scottish midfielder emphasized that you can see De Bruyne’s quality every day, both in training sessions and during games. Gilmour feels that competing with talented new signings, including De Bruyne, is a key part of his development and helps him improve his own skills.

🤝 Supporting Teammates

Gilmour also showed his support for teammate Scott McTominay, who has faced a tough start to the season. He reminded everyone of McTominay’s importance to the team last year when he was the league’s MVP and scored many winning goals. Gilmour is confident that McTominay, who is loved by the fans, will soon return to his best form.