Napoli’s interest in Alejandro Garnacho has reached a critical juncture, with the Italian club ramping up efforts to secure the talented Argentine winger from Manchester United. As negotiations progress, both clubs are working diligently to find common ground on the final transfer fee.
Calciomercato report how Initially, Napoli’s sporting director Giovanni Manna presented an offer of €50 million, which Manchester United deemed insufficient. The gap between the asking price and the offer currently stands at around €20 million. However, there’s a strong willingness on both sides to reach a mutually beneficial agreement, with Napoli’s new manager Antonio Conte particularly keen on the acquisition.
Manchester United have set a high valuation for Garnacho, but Napoli’s persistent efforts are beginning to yield results. Some members of the United board are reportedly holding out for a fee of €70 million, matching what PSG paid Napoli for Kvicha Kvaratskhelia. However, another faction within the club is believed to be open to accepting an offer of €60 million, which appears to be the figure that could finalize the deal.
Napoli have already made significant progress in their pursuit of Garnacho. The club has reached a preliminary agreement with the player on personal terms. Garnacho has reportedly agreed to a five-year contract worth €4 million net per season, signalling his willingness to make the move to Italy.
The growing confidence within the Napoli camp is evident, as they currently have no backup plans in place. The coming hours are expected to be decisive, with Napoli preparing to formalize an improved offer. If they meet the €60 million valuation, it’s likely that the transfer will be completed.
This potential move represents a significant statement of intent from Napoli, as they look to bolster their attacking options under new manager Antonio Conte. For Garnacho, it offers an opportunity to play a more prominent role and continue his development in one of Europe’s top leagues.
