Napoli Transfer Market: A shakeup on the horizon—two departures right away, and replacements are already lined up

Napoli, disappointed by a lackluster first half of the season both in the league and in the Champions League, is preparing for a major shakeup in the transfer market. Two players, in particular, are likely to leave, especially in light of recent events—from heated exchanges on the field to boos from the stands: the situations of Lorenzo Lucca and Noa Lang appear increasingly precarious, and the club is reportedly already evaluating possible alternatives ahead of the next transfer window.

The former Udinese and PSV players, who arrived in the summer of 2025 for a total fee exceeding 60 million euros, have never truly managed to win over the fans. The recent protests at the ‘Maradona’ Stadium are merely the latest chapter in a relationship that has progressively deteriorated amid performances that fell short of expectations, controversial incidents, and a level of play deemed insufficient for players in whom the club had invested heavily.

Napoli had already tried to address the situation involving the two players last year: however, Lucca’s loan spell at Nottingham Forest and Lang’s at Galatasaray did not lead to a permanent solution, and although the club had considered a permanent transfer during the summer, the two remained with the Neapolitan club. Now, however, the situation could change once again.

Among the names being closely monitored for the attack, Gustavo Varela stands out. The Portuguese player from Monza is making a name for himself early in the season and is considered one of the most promising options to bolster the offense. His performances have not gone unnoticed, and Napoli has reportedly already begun closely monitoring his progress.

The front office is also intent on strengthening the wings to avoid the emergencies that have plagued certain moments of the season. In this regard, rumors linking the club to Dodô are circulating persistently. The Brazilian from Fiorentina, whose contract expires in June, represents a particularly attractive opportunity both from a technical standpoint and in terms of the financial flexibility that could become available in the coming months.