Napoli’s sporting director, Maurizio Manna, has addressed ongoing transfer rumours involving Romelu Lukaku and David Neres. Speaking on the current situation, Manna stated, “He’s a Chelsea player now… we are calm. We are looking at strikers,” referring to Lukaku’s status.
Romelu Lukaku’s Situation
Romelu Lukaku, currently under contract with Chelsea, has been the subject of various transfer speculations. Despite previous reports suggesting Lukaku was ready to take a pay cut to join Napoli, Manna’s recent comments indicate that no deal has been finalised. Chelsea had previously rejected loan offers for the Belgian striker and set a £38 million price tag for his transfer.
David Neres Under Consideration
When asked about David Neres, Manna confirmed that Napoli is monitoring several players in the market, including the Brazilian winger. This follows recent news that Napoli is nearing an agreement to sign Neres, who has been on their radar for some time.
Transfer Market Activity
Napoli’s search for new strikers continues as they evaluate their options. The club’s approach remains cautious and calculated, ensuring they make strategic decisions in the transfer market.