Napoli Sets Sights on Super Eagles Star As Replacement for Departing Kvaratskhelia
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is reportedly on the verge of completing a transfer from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain
- The marquee Georgian attacker is set to join the French Ligue 1 outfit for a fee in the region of €70 million
- A report detailing that Napoli have shifted their focus to a Nigerian forward as a replacement for Kvaratskhelia has surfaced
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Napoli are faced with the daunting challenge of replacing the departing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is on the brink of completing a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
The dynamic attacker, who has dazzled in Serie A over the years, is reportedly set to join the Ligue 1 side in a deal valued at around €70 million.
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With Kvaratskhelia's imminent departure, Napoli now find themselves needing to fill the significant void left by his exit. Reports have emerged suggesting that the club's hierarchy has drawn up an extensive list of potential replacements.
Among the names being considered, a fresh update indicates that Napoli are weighing up a move for Nigerian striker, Ademola Lookman, as a potential replacement for the Georgian star.
Napoli eyes Lookman as Kvaratskhelia's replacement
According to a report from media outlet, Tutto Atalanta, Napoli are prepared to allocate a significant portion of the funds from Kvaratskhelia's transfer to secure the signing of Lookman. The report suggests that the Serie A club is planning to test Atalanta's resolve with a bid in the region of €50 million.
Furthermore, the report indicates that Napoli may include striker, Giovanni Simeone, in the deal to help facilitate the transfer, if necessary.
Lookman, who was recently crowned the 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Men's Player of the Year, has become a key figure in Atalanta's attack.
The 27-year-old, whose contract runs until the summer of 2026, is also attracting interest from several other European clubs.
With 18 goal involvements in 24 appearances this season, according to data from Fotmob, Lookman seems less inclined toward a move to Napoli. The forward has recently expressed a preference for a transfer to La Liga over other leagues.
Whether Napoli can successfully secure Lookman’s signature remains to be seen, but it promises to be a transfer saga that will undoubtedly capture the attention of CAF POTY fans, especially given Napoli's recent experience with national teammate, Victor Osimhen.
Lukaku sends warning to Atalanta
Legit.ng in another report detailed that Romelu Lukaku sent a warning to Atalanta ahead of their upcoming Serie A fixture.
The Belgian attacker stressed that Napoli will approach the clash with utmost intensity and seriousness, unlike what transpired in the reverse fixture.
The former Chelsea star stated that his side is looking to extend their lead at the top of the standings and will do everything necessary to secure a victory against the Bergamo outfit.
Lukaku also took the time to praise Atalanta coach, Gian Piero Gasperini. The 31-year-old emphasised that the Italian tactician is among the elite coaches he reveres with great honour. Lukaku appears to have found his goalscoring touch for Napoli, having recorded three goal involvements in his last two fixtures.
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