Fakayejo Paul
Naples, Italy – SSC Napoli have submitted an official bid to Udinese for promising Italian striker Lorenzo Lucca, signaling their strong intent to bring him to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
The proposal outlines a deal structured as an initial €6 million loan fee with a €26 million obligation to buy, with further add-ons currently under discussion between the two Serie A clubs.
According to sources close to the negotiations, talks between Napoli and Udinese are now at a very advanced stage.
Formal steps to finalize the transfer are expected to follow swiftly, pending the final green light from Udinese.
Lucca, who impressed with Udinese last season, has been a key target for Napoli as they look to bolster their attacking options for the upcoming campaign.
The 24-year-old striker’s profile is believed to fit well with Napoli’s tactical plans, especially as they navigate the evolving situation around star striker Victor Osimhen.
While Napoli had reportedly pursued other high-profile forwards, including Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez, it appears they have now shifted their full focus to securing Lucca’s services.
The proposed deal, with its significant obligation to buy, underscores Napoli’s confidence in the young Italian’s potential.
Football fans in Naples and across Italy are eagerly anticipating the confirmation of this move, which would see Lucca join a club with high ambitions.
The coming days will be crucial as both clubs work to iron out the remaining details and officially announce the transfer.