After a shocking defeat in Verona on their season debut, Napoli is looking to make immediate moves in the transfer market. With David Neres undergoing medical examinations in Rome, the focus is now on securing Chelsea’s Romelu Lukaku. Talks between the two clubs have reached a critical stage, with Chelsea indicating a willingness to negotiate between their asking price of €40 million and Napoli’s initial offer of €25 million.
In the coming hours, representatives from both clubs will discuss the Belgian forward, who is still under contract with Chelsea until 2026. Lukaku recently completed a loan spell at AS Roma, where he scored 21 goals in 47 appearances. The situation regarding Victor Osimhen’s potential transfer to Chelsea remains unrelated. Currently, Chelsea has a large squad and must offload players before making new signings.
As the transfer window approaches its deadline, discussions about Osimhen’s future will resume in the final days. For now, Napoli’s pursuit of Lukaku is underway, aiming to bolster their squad following a tough start to the season.