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Jorginho to City this week?
Jorginho to City this week?
Napoli midfielder Jorginho is expected to complete a move to Manchester City before the end of the week. The English champions have had a deal with the player for some time, but have been negotiating with the Partenopei over a price. Yesterday it was reported that a deal had been found for €53m plus bonuses, […]
‘Ochoa would love Napoli move’
‘Ochoa would love Napoli move’
Guillermo Ochoa’s agent has revealed that the Mexico goalkeeper would be ‘very happy’ to join Napoli. Ochoa was one of the stars of the 2014 World Cup and received acclaim for his performance during Mexico’s 1-0 victory over Germany in their Russian opener, while he plays his club football for Belgian side Standard Liege. “His […]
‘Zola-Chelsea not linked to Sarri’
‘Zola-Chelsea not linked to Sarri’
Gianfranco Zola’s agent insists whether the Chelsea legend returns to Stamford Bridge ‘doesn’t run parallel’ to Maurizio Sarri’s potential appointment. Zola had reportedly been lined up as a sporting director if Sarri replaced Antonio Conte as Chelsea’s Coach, but Fulvio Marrucco claims his client could yet head back to the Blues, even without the former […]
‘Chelsea will find Sarri fun, but…’
‘Chelsea will find Sarri fun, but…’
Fabio Capello believes Chelsea will find Maurizio Sarri ‘fun’ but admits he ‘didn’t like’ the Coach’s ‘lack of interest’ in cups during his Napoli tenure. Sarri is expected to become Chelsea’s next boss after three trophyless years with Napoli – but three which saw the Partenopei break several records and win plaudits for their style of […]
‘Hamsik to China 60% likely’
‘Hamsik to China 60% likely’
Marek Hamsik’s father claims there is a ’60 percent’ chance that the Napoli midfielder will move to China this summer. Hamsik has been heavily linked with China in recent weeks, despite still having two years left on his Napoli contract, and Richard warned his son was in for a ‘turbulent’ two months. “Marek needs to […]
WC Player Profile: Arkadiusz Milik
WC Player Profile: Arkadiusz Milik
Recovering from two serious knee injuries at the right time to make his mark in the World Cup, Arek Milik is one to watch, writes Giancarlo Rinaldi. The Napoli centre-forward has certainly not been fortunate in his two years at the Stadio San Paolo and inevitably that also affected his international standing too. This tournament […]
WC Player Profile: Kalidou Koulibaly
WC Player Profile: Kalidou Koulibaly
A stalwart in defence for Napoli, Kalidou Koulibaly will be expected to be equally as reliable for Senegal in Russia, writes Michelle Osei Bonsu. The centre-back has been a rock for the Partenopei in Serie A this season and is a leader for his national team too. Senegal are in a very balanced group with […]
Roma look at Sergio Rico
Roma look at Sergio Rico
With Real Madrid pushing for Alisson Becker, Roma are looking at PSG’s Alphonse Areola and Sergio Rico of Sevilla. The Merengues are edging closer to the €80m asking price for Alisson and could eventually agree terms for €60m plus large bonuses. Monchi is therefore eyeing up alternatives for the Giallorossi goal. According to Onda Cero, […]
Reports: Sarri to Chelsea all done
Reports: Sarri to Chelsea all done
Maurizio Sarri is ready to sign a two-year Chelsea contract with option for a third, as Napoli will receive €5m to release the Coach. According to CalcioNapoli24.it, there are talks happening this evening between Chelsea chief Marina Granovskaia and Partenopei director of sport Cristiano Giuntoli. Sarri has agreed personal terms with Chelsea, a contract to […]
Sportitalia: Napoli have Meret deal
Sportitalia: Napoli have Meret deal
Napoli have agreed basic terms with Udinese for goalkeeper Alex Meret at a cost of €25m plus bonuses, claim Sportitalia. The reports state that there was a meeting today between the two clubs, as the Partenopei were frightened by interest from Roma and Fiorentina. It’s claimed the good rapport between the two clubs enabled negotiations […]