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Napoli suffered a big blow at the start of their pre season campaign as Romelu Lukaku went down with injury against Olympiacos in pre-season. When we learnt that Lukaku would be out for at least three months, Napoli’s search for a striker heated up and fast.

They were already on the look for a vice to Lukaku, someone who could come in and fit Conte’s system. This then lead to Napoli signing two strikers in the summer to spearhead Napoli’s attack. Lorenzo Lucca from Udinese and Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United was the two moves Napoli made.

However, only half way through this season it is clear to see who has played better out of the two. Rasmus Hojlund has been far superior this season, and arguably Napoli’s best signing. Hojlund has scored nine goals this season to beat out the two that Lucca has scored so far.

Lukaku is set to be healthy enough to play once again soon, and with Lucca’s poor form Napoli aren’t hesitant to sell. This is especially true due to Lorenzo Lucca having multipule suitors across Europe. There was Pisa who wanted to bring him in on a dry loan.

But, Lucca has decided to make a move outside of Italy and join Premier League side Nottingham Forrest. The deal is now very complete according to Fabrizio Romano. This comes as Lucca is set to travel to England tomorrow to complete his medical tests with Forrest.

Lucca’s deal will be a loan with a option to buy deal which will make the total package around 40 million euros. However, Napoli will only see 1 million euros of that now as that is the loan fee which Forrest have to pay to have him for at least the next six months.

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Juventus evaluating striker options as they close in on a deal for Dusan Vlahovic

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Juventus have been looking for ways to fill a void up top for most of this season. This comes as Vlahovic was set to leave the club as a free agent at the end of the season. However, he missed three months only returning last weekend off the bench. Vlahovic value has now tanked due to him not playing.

This is making it hard for him to find a deal at a new club for next season. The door for Vlahovic to stay with Juventus has now opened, as he is now open to the deal according to Nico Schira. Talks between the two teams are progressing currently, as his renewal is now a priority for Juventus.

The renewal is expected to be completed soon between the two as Juventus have failed to find a suitable replacement for Vlahovic. Jonathan David and Lois Openda where both bought in this summer to replace Dusan. However, the two of them have been unsuccessful combining for only six league goals.

Jonathan David of Juventus FC looks on during the serie Serie A Enilive match between AS Roma and Juventus FC at Stadio Olimpico on March 01, 2026 in...

Jonathan David of Juventus FC looks on during the serie Serie A Enilive match between AS Roma and Juventus FC at Stadio Olimpico on March 01, 2026 in…

Both could already be on their way out as, Juventus want to find support for Vlahovic in attack. According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, Jonathan David could be included in a swap deal to bring in another striker to Turin. This would see David make a move to Paris Saint Germain for next season.

PSG, lead football advisor, Luis Campos was crucial in Lille signing David back in 2020. Campos could look to bring David with him once again for PSG. He could do so by giving up Randal Kolo Muani who has been a target for Juventus as a striker. Luciano Spalletti is on board with signing Kolo Muani to build an attack for Juventus.

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Saudi Arabian side set to make large bid for Marcus Thuram

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Inter Milan have been one of Italy’s and Europe’s best attacks so far this season. So far this season they have scored 65 goals in the league through 29 games. This puts Inter comfortably first in the category compared to the rest of the league. The second closest team, Juventus sits on only 51 goals.

While Lautaro Martinez, clear world class talent has been helpful, there has been other reasons. Pio Esposito and Ange Yoan Bonny have both become key rotational names for Inter throughout this season. The youngsters have given Chivu new possibilities for his attack this season.

Ange-Yoan Bonny and Pio Esposito of FC Internazionale embrace after victory in the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 match between AFC...

Ange-Yoan Bonny and Pio Esposito of FC Internazionale embrace after victory in the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 match between AFC…

This has left Inter trying to decide who will lead their attack into next season. Marcus Thuram name has therefore come up in the rumours multiple times as there is no guarantee he stays. He has been linked to other European clubs, including FC Barcelona multiple times this season.

However, their has still been issues with these teams, as affording Thuram is an issue. Inter Milan won’t let him leave for cheap, and it could even take Thuram’s 85 million euros release clause to see him leave Milan this summer. This could be an issue as top European teams would likely not be willing to spend this.

However, TuttoSport are now reporting that there is a different side that would. They are reporting that a side in the Saudi Pro League could decide to make a bid for Thuram. Many of Saudi’s top sides are back by rich owners who would be willing to invest the money to sign Thuram, which a European club wouldn’t. This could be the ket factor in seeing the deal get done if it is to happen this summer.

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Arsenal set to turn down any offers from Serie A for defender this summer

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Gennaro Gattuso is looking for young talent to build the future of the Azzuri’s squad around. There has been plenty of names which are younger and can come into the team. However, so far only one has been able to do so and hold their spot in the side. Riccardo Calafiori has been the only one able to do so currently.

Calafiori rise to stardom was at his time with Bologna under Thiago Motta. Bologna made a push and managed to qualify for the Champions League in his last season their. His top form saw him in make a move to join Arsenal the summer after, this was despite serious interest from Juventus.

Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori celebrates after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on March 14, 2026 in...

Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori celebrates after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on March 14, 2026 in…

Juventus are now hopeful to make a move to try and sign Calafiori once again. However, this time they aren’t the only Serie A team interested with, Napoli, AC Milan and Inter Milan all keeping track of Calafiori. This has come as he has struggled a little bit for gametime this season.

It has been rare to see Calafiori to play a full ninety minutes for Arsenal this season. He has either been a key option off the bench for Mikel Arteta or started and be bought off before completing the full 90. This is what lead to the rumours of Calafiori moving back to Serie A.

However, according to TEAMtalk a deal for Calafiori to leave Arsenal is now unlikely. Arsenal have blocked any move for Calafiori as they aim to keep him in North London past this season. They also have no reason to sell Calafiori as he is not unhappy with the club.

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