Lorenzo Lucca Set to Join Napoli in €35 Million Deal

Napoli have a verbal agreement with Udinese to sign Italian striker Lorenzo Lucca. The deal includes a €9 million loan fee and a €26 million obligation to buy. Including potential add-ons, it’s worth €35 million, as confirmed in a recent report detailing Napoli’s plans. Lucca is expected to sign a five-year contract this week, strengthening Napoli’s attack for the new season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Napoli accelerated their pursuit of Lucca after failing to sign Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez. They secured a deal to bring Lucca on loan with a guaranteed purchase next summer. The 24-year-old scored 12 goals and assisted once last season at Udinese, drawing interest from top Italian clubs like Juventus and Atalanta according to recent reports. Manager Antonio Conte prioritized signing Lucca, viewing him as a key partner or strong backup for Romelu Lukaku as Napoli reshape their squad after winning the Scudetto.

LUCCA’S IMPACT AND NAPOLI’S SEASON SO FAR

Lucca arrives as Napoli build on their Serie A title win and prepare for Champions League football. Last season, Napoli finished first in Serie A, ahead of Inter Milan. Lucca’s physical presence and aerial ability could be vital, especially with Victor Osimhen likely leaving for Galatasaray for €75 million in a recent transfer update. Lucca was among Italy’s most sought-after young strikers, striking 12 goals in 33 appearances last season.

NEXT STEPS FOR NAPOLI AND LUCCA

Lucca will officially sign his contract and join Napoli’s squad later this week. Napoli’s next fixture is against Sassuolo in Serie A, where they begin the season as defending champions. Sassuolo was just promoted from the Serie B. Napoli aim to integrate new signings quickly, seeking another strong league start and deep runs in European competition. The spotlight will be on Lucca to adapt to Conte’s system and possibly form a strong strike partnership with Lukaku.