# Torino negotiates for Napoli midfielder Jens Cajuste

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/napoli-seeks-to-sell-midfielder-jens-cajuste
> Updated: 2026-08-08T15:24:53.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 3.

In mid-July 2026, Napoli announced its willingness to sell Swedish midfielder Jens Cajuste for an estimated €5-6 million. While Genoa initially emerged as a leading suitor, interest shifted toward Torino by early August 2026.

Torino's sporting director, Gianluca Petrachi, has entered negotiations to secure the 27-year-old, who recently completed a loan spell at Ipswich Town. Napoli has confirmed Cajuste is not in its technical plans, having excluded him from pre-season training camps in Dimaro and Castel di Sangro. 

As of August 8, 2026, Torino is attempting to accelerate negotiations, seeking a loan deal with an option to buy. However, a disagreement has emerged regarding the deal's structure: Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis reportedly prefers immediate monetization, potentially requiring an obligation to buy based on specific conditions. To finalize the transfer, Torino must first manage its squad depth by offloading other players to free up midfield slots.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Torino accelerates negotiations for Napoli midfielder Jens Cajuste

Torino is pursuing a deal for Napoli midfielder Jens Cajuste, though the transfer depends on Torino clearing squad space and reaching an agreement with Napoli's management.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-accelerates-negotiations-for-napoli-midfielder-jens-cajuste

### 2026-08-06: Torino Pursues Napoli Midfielder Jens Cajuste in €6 Million Deal

Torino are negotiating with Napoli to buy midfielder Jens Cajuste for about €6 million; the 1999‑born Swede, who helped Ipswich Town gain promotion, is not in Napoli’s plans and was omitted from pre‑season camp

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-pursues-napoli-midfielder-jens-cajuste-in-6-million-deal

### 2026-07-18: Napoli sets €5‑6 million price for midfielder Jens Cajuste as Genoa shows interest

Napoli values midfielder Jens Cajuste at €5‑6 million as Genoa pursues the 1999‑born Swede, who was omitted from the pre‑season squad.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/napoli-sets-56-million-price-for-midfielder-jens-cajuste-as-genoa-shows-interest

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