During the recent Serie A match between Empoli and Napoli, a Manchester United scout was present to closely observe two standout players from the Neapolitan side: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Alessandro Buongiorno. TMW report how this scouting mission highlights the Red Devils’ interest in these players as they continue to explore potential acquisitions from Serie A.
Kvaratskhelia, the Georgian winger whose contract with Napoli runs until 2027, has been a focal point of interest. His decisive penalty in the match likely left a positive impression on the Manchester United emissary. Despite ongoing discussions for a contract renewal, progress has stalled since an initial meeting between club president Aurelio De Laurentiis and Kvaratskhelia during the European Championships. The player’s current salary is around €1.8 million, with Napoli reportedly seeking to increase it significantly, potentially including a release clause of approximately €100 million, which was previously rejected by PSG.
Buongiorno, a defender who joined Napoli from Torino last summer for about €40 million, also caught the scout’s attention with an impressive first-half performance. Napoli values Buongiorno highly, with an estimated price tag exceeding €70 million, making any potential transfer a costly endeavor for interested clubs.
