Lecce explore shock move for veteran striker Edinson Cavani
Serie A club Lecce have opened exploratory talks with Edinson Cavani’s camp over a potential return to Italian football for the 39-year-old free agent.
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Chelsea block Napoli loan approach for Badiashile after Buongiorno injury blow
Napoli’s defensive crisis has deepened after Chelsea rejected their inquiry to sign Benoît Badiashile on loan. The Partenopei are scrambling for cover following Alessandro Buongiorno’s knee injury.
Martinez Value Surges to €120m as Napoli Assess Scudetto Chances
Lautaro Martinez’s market value has reportedly risen to €120m following his goal against England. Meanwhile, Luciano Spalletti admits Napoli remain “distant from the Scudetto” as they pursue reinforcements.
Napoli submit opening €10m offer for Boca’s Zeballos
Napoli have lodged a formal bid worth just under €10m to Boca Juniors for Argentine forward Exequiel Zeballos, who has already agreed personal terms with the Serie A club.
Serie A clubs priced out as Bayer Leverkusen stand firm on Alajbegovic fee
Bayer Leverkusen are unlikely to sanction Kerim Alajbegovic’s move to Serie A, with Italian clubs unwilling to meet the €30 million valuation. Atalanta, Napoli and AC Milan all face financial constraints.
Allegri Unveiled as Napoli Coach as World Cup Stars Given Staggered Return Dates
Massimiliano Allegri has been unveiled as Napoli coach as the Serie A runners-up begin pre-season training. Scott McTominay and Noa Lang will return first from the World Cup, while Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne rejoin on August 5.
Allegri takes Napoli helm on three-year deal, denies Italy job links
Massimiliano Allegri has been unveiled as Napoli’s new coach on a three-year contract, immediately denying links to the Italy national team job while expressing delight at finally working with Rasmus Hojlund.
Allegri arrives in Naples ahead of Napoli unveiling as Vergara extends contract
New Napoli coach Max Allegri has arrived in the city ahead of his official presentation on Tuesday, while midfielder Antonio Vergara has committed his future to the club until 2031.
Messi and Maradona: Longevity versus Napoli glory in GOAT debate
The build-up to the 2026 World Cup has reignited debate over football’s greatest player, contrasting Lionel Messi’s sustained dominance against Diego Maradona’s historic achievements at Napoli.
Rabiot meets agent in US as Napoli transfer interest emerges
France midfielder Adrien Rabiot has held discussions with his representative in the United States amid reported interest from Napoli, though Milan remain determined to retain the player.