According to Sky Sport Italia, Napoli is increasingly likely to pursue Lorenzo Lucca from Udinese after Liverpool`s asking price for Darwin Nunez proved too steep. The Partenopei had been searching for a new center-forward to complement Romelu Lukaku in the upcoming season.
Initially, Nunez was Napoli`s primary target, with the club prepared to invest up to €43 million for the 25-year-old striker. However, this offer fell short of Liverpool`s €50 million valuation, prompting Napoli to explore alternative options.
Lucca: A More Cost-Effective Solution
Transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Napoli has decided to abandon their pursuit of Nunez in favor of Lucca. The 24-year-old Udinese forward is expected to cost significantly less at around €30 million, making him a more financially viable option for the club.
Lucca, who harbors ambitions of breaking into the Italian national team, could prove to be a shrewd acquisition for Napoli. The club has already made progress in strengthening their squad, having reached agreements with PSV Eindhoven for Noa Lang and nearing a deal for Bologna winger Dan Ndoye.
This shift in transfer strategy demonstrates Napoli`s adaptability in the face of financial constraints, as they look to build a competitive squad for the forthcoming season while maintaining fiscal responsibility.