Napoli Eyes Chelsea’s Marc Guiu as Striker Alternative
Serie A club Napoli is eager to bolster their attacking options by bringing in a new striker to support Rasmus Hojlund, with Chelsea’s Marc Guiu identified as a potential candidate for the role.
Guiu previously had a stint on loan at Sunderland, but his time there was marred by injury issues. Now back with Chelsea, his future remains uncertain. According to the Italian outlet Corriere del Mezzogiorno, as reported via CalcioNapoli1926, Napoli has positioned Guiu as a viable alternative to Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus.
Sevilla has also shown interest in Guiu but has backed off due to concerns over Chelsea’s asking price, which they believe exceeds their budget. Napoli remains optimistic, anticipating a drop in Chelsea’s valuation of Guiu, currently set at €25 million with an additional 20% resale clause. The Serie A side is prepared to offer €15 million and plans to make a move at an opportune moment to finalize the deal.
Guiu is seen as a promising addition who would be willing to accept a backup role behind Hojlund, thus maintaining harmony within the squad. Meanwhile, Chelsea aims to offload a player who is not part of their immediate plans this season.
Serie A side Napoli are keen on signing a striker who can rotate with Rasmus Hojlund and Chelsea’s Marc Guiu has now emerged as an option.
The Spaniard had a loan spell at Sunderland but things didn’t work out due to injury. He is now back at the Blues and finds his future uncertain.
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Corriere del Mezzogiorno – via CalcioNapoli1926, make it clear that Guiu is a target for Napoli, who see him as a viable alternative to Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus.
The Chelsea player has also been pursued by Sevilla but the Andalusian side feel his valuation is higher than what they can pay.
Napoli are confident the London club’s valuation of the player will fall from €25 million plus a 20% resale. They are ready to invest a figure of €15 million and are waiting to attack at the right time to seal the move.
Guiui could indeed be a creative target for the Partenopei, as he would happily accept a back-up role. This won’t change the dynamics of the club’s squad and keep everyone happy, as Hojlund would also remain the first-choice.
The Blues will also get rid of a player who isn’t of use to them this season.
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