Napoli linked with surprise move for Al-Nassr striker Jhon Duran

Napoli have made initial enquiries into the availability of Al-Nassr striker Jhon Duran, who could be on the move again just six months after a high-profile transfer to Saudi Arabia. The Colombian international is already attracting renewed interest from European clubs, with his stint in the Saudi Pro League generating headlines for both his on-field performance and the uncertainty surrounding his future.

Duran, who only joined Al-Nassr from Aston Villa in January, made the move in a deal reportedly worth up to €88 million. The transfer turned heads not only due to the significant fee involved but also because of the striker’s relatively brief tenure in top-flight European football before the switch. Despite that, Duran has managed to impress quickly in his new environment, scoring 12 goals in 18 appearances for the Saudi club.

His performances have evidently not gone unnoticed. Reports emerging from Turkish media suggest that Al-Nassr, along with Duran’s representatives, are already exploring the possibility of a return to Europe this summer. The nature of the discussions remains unclear, but the indications are that both club and player may be open to a transfer, provided the terms are favourable.

Napoli is one of the clubs reportedly expressing interest in the 21-year-old forward. The Serie A side is believed to be in the market for attacking reinforcements as they prepare for a new chapter under their current management. Duran, with his physical presence, technical ability, and recent goal-scoring form, could offer a dynamic addition to the Neapolitan attack.

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However, any potential deal may be complicated by Al-Nassr’s valuation of the player. Given that the club only recently invested heavily in securing Duran’s services, they are understandably reluctant to sell him at a significant loss. This presents a challenge for Napoli and any other interested parties, especially considering that transfer budgets in Europe remain under pressure due to ongoing financial constraints across the footballing landscape.

In addition to his club exploits, Duran has also been a growing presence on the international stage. The young striker has already earned 16 caps for the Colombian national team, netting three goals. His international experience, coupled with his recent form, adds to his market value and appeal across top-tier European sides.

While it remains to be seen whether Napoli or any other suitor will meet Al-Nassr’s demands, the situation underscores the shifting dynamics of the global transfer market, particularly the growing fluidity between Saudi clubs and European teams. Duran’s rapid ascent, record fee, and early success in Saudi Arabia all make his potential move one of the more intriguing stories of the upcoming summer transfer window.

For now, the future of Jhon Duran hangs in the balance, but what is clear is that his talent has made him a sought-after commodity, once again placing him at the centre of continental transfer speculation.

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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.