Napoli is searching for a replacement for Jesper Lindstrom following his transfer to Everton and has set their sights on Benfica’s David Neres.
The Partenopei recently sent the Danish playmaker to the Toffees on a €2.5 million loan deal, which includes a €22.5 million buy option, effectively cutting their losses after investing €30 million in the 24-year-old from Eintracht Frankfurt last year.
Under new coach Antonio Conte, Napoli is revitalizing their squad to kickstart a new project. They are also interested in Brighton’s Billy Gilmour and Frosinone’s Marco Brescianini. However, they must first sell Gianluca Gaetano and Jens Cajuste.
According to today’s Corriere dello Sport, Napoli is in the market for a replacement for Lindstrom following his move to Everton and has identified David Neres as a prime candidate.
The 27-year-old Brazilian forward is looking for a new challenge after two years at Benfica and comes with a price tag of around €25 million. Negotiations with the Portuguese club have begun, and developments are expected in the coming days.