Sam Beukema Joins Napoli in €31 Million Deal

Napoli have completed the signing of Sam Beukema from Bologna. The deal is worth €31 million plus add-ons. The 26-year-old centre back had agreed to join Napoli a few weeks ago, and now the contract has been almost finalized.

According to previous reports, Sam Beukema has agreed to a deal with Napoli lasting until 2030.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Beukema will become Napoli’s second defensive reinforcement this summer window. He joined Bologna in 2023 after a transfer from AZ Alkmaar worth €8 million and has made 65 Serie A appearances since, winning the Coppa Italia in April. The large fee represents Beukema’s strategic role in Napoli’s mission to strengthen the squad.

He helped Bologna win the Coppa Italia in the 2024-25 season, and Bologna secured a Champions League spot last season.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Beukema’s move is part of the Azzurri’s mission to improve their defensive quality under the management of Antonio Conte. The club have already added Luca Marianucci to the backline in the current window and could make further additions. With Beukema on board, Napoli will be hopeful of keeping up the pressure in Serie A and in upcoming European competitions.

WHAT NEXT?

Beukema is expected to undergo a medical soon and could head to Napoli’s training camp immediately. Integrating him into the team could be key. Napoli impressed last season, but the signing of Beukema suggests they are looking to strengthen from a position of power as they bid to build on their success.

Napoli won the Serie A for the 2024-25 season, showing their aspirations for continued success.