Napoli are actively seeking to strengthen their attacking line for the 2025-2026 season following their consecutive Serie A titles and the signing of Kevin De Bruyne from Manchester City. Despite already acquiring Noa Lang from PSV Eindhoven to bolster their wing options, Antonio Conte’s squad requires further reinforcements on the flanks.
The club has shortlisted two prominent wingers as potential signings: Jack Grealish of Manchester City and Federico Chiesa of Liverpool. Grealish has fallen out of favor under Pep Guardiola and may be open to a move, although his high wages and substantial transfer fee could pose challenges for Napoli. Chiesa, on the other hand, represents a more affordable option with a price tag around €15 million. The Italian winger’s stint at Liverpool has been hampered by injuries and limited playing time, and Liverpool seems willing to let him leave after just one season.
Chiesa is reportedly interested in returning to Serie A as he aims to revive his career and enhance his prospects of making Italy's squad for the upcoming World Cup. Napoli, however, face competition from Atalanta, who also have shown interest in Chiesa as a replacement for Ademola Lookman.
Aside from Grealish and Chiesa, Napoli had targeted Bologna’s Dan Ndoye, but negotiations have stalled amid interest from other clubs such as Nottingham Forest. While Noa Lang will be a key figure on the left wing, Conte seeks additional depth to ensure greater attacking versatility and resilience throughout the season.
The club’s recruitment strategy reflects its ambitions to strengthen their squad after back-to-back Scudetto triumphs, balancing big-name signings with cost-effective moves. Napoli’s decision between Grealish and Chiesa will be crucial in shaping their attacking dynamics for the upcoming campaign.