Napoli are ramping up efforts to secure the signature of Pietro Comuzzo, Fiorentina’s promising young defender. Despite being only 20 years old, Comuzzo has emerged as a prime target for Napoli’s defensive reinforcement.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports how the talented center-back, born in 2005, has been a standout performer for Fiorentina in the first half of the season. His impressive displays have not gone unnoticed, with Napoli showing keen interest in acquiring his services.
Fiorentina have already rebuffed a €20 million offer from Napoli in recent weeks. However, the Partenopei are undeterred and continue to press for the young star’s signature.
Napoli’s determination to close the deal is evident as they aim to secure Comuzzo’s services as early as this January transfer window. In a significant development, Napoli’s sporting director Giovanni Manna is currently engaged in talks over lunch with Comuzzo’s agent to negotiate personal terms.
This season, Comuzzo has featured in 19 Serie A matches and made four appearances in the UEFA Conference League, underlining his importance to Fiorentina and his rapid development as a player.
Napoli’s strategy appears to be focused on building a young, Italian core for both the present and future of the club. The potential acquisition of Comuzzo aligns with this vision, especially when considered alongside their interest in Alessandro Buongiorno.
As negotiations with Fiorentina progress, Napoli are also maintaining contact with Manchester United regarding a possible move for Alejandro Garnacho. However, the primary focus remains on reaching an agreement for Comuzzo.
The next steps for Napoli are clear: once personal terms are agreed with Comuzzo, they plan to submit a fresh offer to Fiorentina. The coming days could be crucial in determining whether the young defender will be making the move to Naples this winter.
