# SSC Napoli transfer market activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ssc-napoli-transfer-market-activity
> Updated: 2026-08-20T22:06:55.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

SSC Napoli has been active in the Serie A transfer market, initially exploring several targets including Juventus midfielder Teun Koopmeiners and forward Sebastiano Esposito. As the window progressed, the club’s strategy shifted toward retaining its core squad, with Sporting Director Giovanni Manna prioritizing players such as Rasmus Hojlund, Anguissa, Neres, Politano, and Scott McTominay. While the club secured signings for Badiashile and Favasuli, it also sought to monetize players like Lucca and Lang through permanent sales.

As the transfer window nears its close, Manna has indicated that the squad is “relatively complete,” though the club remains vigilant for improvement opportunities. A primary focus has shifted to the contract renewal of Anguissa, with negotiations reportedly nearing a resolution. 

While Napoli maintains interest in Premier League talent, such as Gabriel Jesus or Nicolas Jackson, Manna emphasized that significant incoming moves are contingent upon player departures. The club continues to look to monetize players like Lang and Lucca to create the financial conditions necessary for new signings. Manna noted that the team is stable and the club is not in a “desperate rush” to make moves unless the right conditions arise.

## Claims

- Napoli has decided not to sacrifice any big players on the market. (single source)
- Napoli has added Badiashile and Favasuli to the squad. (single source)
- Napoli is seeking a significant signing for their attacking line. (single source)
- Napoli intends to sell Lucca on a permanent basis rather than a loan. (single source)
- Atalanta is a leading contender to sign Lang. (single source)
- Napoli is exploring the possibility of signing Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea. (single source)
- Manchester United is open to loaning Zirkzee with an option to buy. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Napoli transfer updates: Manna discusses Anguissa renewal and squad strategy

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna says the club is close to renewing Anguissa's contract but requires player departures, such as Lang or Lucca, to fund new high-profile signings.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/napoli-targets-new-attacking-signings-while-retaining-core-squad

### 2026-08-05: Napoli explores multiple transfer targets as Serie A market heats up

Napoli scouts Koopmeiners and Esposito as Serie A clubs chase multiple transfer targets ahead of the new season.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-and-udinese-keep-hold-on-young-prospects-amid-transfer-offers

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Cite as: SSC Napoli transfer market activity. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ssc-napoli-transfer-market-activity