Napoli are reportedly closing in on a deal for Kvaratskhelia's replacement, but will they be able to meet his lucrative salary demands?
Napoli are in advanced talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Karim Adeyemi.
The 23-year-old forward has been a decent performer for Dortmund this season, scoring five goals and providing five assists in 14 games across all competitions.
Napoli are looking for a striker to replace Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who recently joined Paris Saint-Germain.
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Napoli’s Adeyemi interest
They have been impressed by Adeyemi's talent and believe he could be a valuable addition to their squad.
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However, Adeyemi's salary demands are said to be a stumbling block. According to reports in Italy, the forward is reportedly asking for €4.5 million per year, which would make him one of the highest-paid players at Napoli.
The Serie A side are currently in negotiations with Borussia Dortmund to try and agree on a transfer fee. If they can reach an agreement, they will then need to negotiate a salary with Adeyemi.
The transfer window closes on February 3rd, so the Partenopei will need to act quickly if they want to sign the Germany international before then.
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If Napoli can successfully sign Adeyemi, they will have added a talented young striker to their squad. This could help them to sustain their challenge for this season’s Scudetto.
What next for Napoli?
Napoli beat Juventus 2-1 at the weekend, maintaining their three-point lead atop Serie A, with defending champions Inter having played a fewer game.
Antonio Conte's men return to action against Roma on Sunday, February 2.