Napoli keen to land Tottenham winger Dejan Kulusevski
‘s pursuit of Dejan Kulusevski has placed Tottenham on high alert as the summer transfer window looms large.
Having forked out a hefty €30m to secure the 23-year-old’s services permanently, Spurs find themselves facing the prospect of losing him to Napoli’s advances. This sum is in addition to the initial €10m loan fee paid to Juventus.
During his tenure at Tottenham, Kulusevski has made his mark, featuring in 88 matches, finding the net 13 times, and creating 19 goals for his teammates.
Hailing from Sweden, with roots tracing back to Ohrid, Macedonia, Kulusevski has represented various Swedish youth squads and even turned out for Macedonia’s under-17 national team. His international record stands at 37 appearances for Sweden, with three goals to his name.
Speculation has been rife linking former Tottenham manager Antonio Conte with the vacant managerial position at Napoli. This development adds another layer of intrigue to the situation, as Conte’s potential arrival could potentially facilitate Kulusevski’s switch to Naples.
Kulusevski’s familiarity with Serie A is noteworthy, having plied his trade for approximately four years across stints at Atalanta, Parma, and Juventus.
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Napoli’s interest in Kulusevski underscores his status as one of Tottenham’s standout performers, prompting the Italian club to set their sights on securing his services for the upcoming season.
As negotiations and rumors swirl, Tottenham finds themselves facing the challenge of retaining a player who has proven to be instrumental in their campaigns. The allure of Napoli, coupled with the prospect of working under the tutelage of a renowned manager like Conte, could sway Kulusevski’s decision in favor of a move.
For Tottenham, the potential departure of Kulusevski represents both a loss of talent and a strategic setback. His versatility, flair, and ability to influence matches have endeared him to fans and established him as a key component of the squad.
As the transfer window draws nearer, the coming months promise to be decisive for all parties involved. Tottenham will be eager to fend off Napoli’s advances and retain Kulusevski’s services, while Napoli will be determined to bolster their ranks with the acquisition of a player who has the potential to make a significant impact on their fortunes.
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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.
