Napoli is focusing on Romelu Lukaku‘s departure to enable the signing of Gabriel Jesus, aiming to strengthen their attack in the transfer market.
Moves in the European transfer market are gaining intensity with Napoli in pursuit of a new number 9 for the upcoming season. The Italian club has Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus, currently at Arsenal, as their primary target to bolster their offensive sector. However, the realization of this ambitious negotiation hinges directly on resolving a crucial pending issue: the departure of Romelu Lukaku.
Napoli‘s strategy is clear: free up space on the wage bill and in the squad with the Belgian striker’s transfer, paving the financial and tactical way for the arrival of the Gunners‘ player. A decision on Lukaku‘s future is expected in the coming days, which will make it possible to formalize the offer for Gabriel Jesus.
Lukaku’s Departure Scenario
Experienced striker Romelu Lukaku, 33, who participated in the last World Cup, is not part of coach Massimiliano Allegri‘s plans for preseason. The Belgian player is in advanced negotiations to transfer to Atlanta United in the United States. The expectation is that this move will be completed soon, relieving Napoli and allowing progress in negotiations for new reinforcements.
Offer for Gabriel Jesus Approaches
With Lukaku‘s imminent departure, the M360 Team has learned that Napoli plans to formalize an offer to Arsenal for Gabriel Jesus. The proposal is expected to be around 18 million euros, equivalent to approximately R$106 million at the current exchange rate. The Italian club considers the Brazilian a priority to elevate their attack in Serie A.
Contractual Situation at Arsenal
At 29 years old, Gabriel Jesus has a contract with Arsenal until June 2027. The proximity of the contract’s end is a factor that could favor Napoli, as the Gunners have not shown interest in creating obstacles for the negotiation during this transfer window. Starting in January of next year, the forward would be free to sign a pre-contract with any team, allowing his departure without cost to the English club.
Gabriel Jesus‘s potential transfer to Napoli represents a significant chapter in the transfer market. For the Italian club, the forward’s arrival could be the necessary boost for their season ambitions, while Arsenal seeks a strategic exit for a player with a contract nearing its end. The transfer window remains heated, and the outcome of Lukaku‘s situation will be the catalyst for movement around the Brazilian.
