Napoli Close In On Double Swoop for Bologna Stars Ndoye and Beukema

Napoli are making a strong push to sign Dan Ndoye and Sam Beukema from Bologna. The club has scheduled a new round of talks to finalize the transfers after reaching an agreement with both players on personal terms.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Napoli have planned fresh negotiations with Bologna to secure the signings of winger Dan Ndoye and defender Sam Beukema. Both players reached agreement on personal terms last week, but Napoli and Bologna have yet to agree on the final transfer fees. Ndoye, 23, impressed with nine goals and six assists in 41 games last season, while Beukema, 25, contributed four goals in 38 appearances. Bologna value the duo highly, reportedly seeking at least €70 million for both, though fees around €40 million for Ndoye and €20 million for Beukema are being discussed.

Napoli’s manager Antonio Conte has made strengthening both the attack and defense a top priority for the coming campaign, with the club intensifying talks to complete both deals soon.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Napoli faced a challenging 2024-25 season, winning the Serie A as they didn’t play European football. The team’s defensive record and lack of attacking power cost them crucial points throughout the campaign. Ndoye and Beukema played key roles in Bologna’s dream season, with the Rossoblu securing a Champions League spot for the first time in their history and winning the Coppa Italia.

Memphis Depay is another player Napoli are keeping tabs on in a bid to strengthen their squad. Signing both Ndoye and Beukema would send a strong message about Napoli’s ambition to return to the top of Italian football under Conte’s leadership.

WHAT NEXT FOR NAPOLI AND BOLOGNA?

Negotiations will intensify in the coming days as Napoli try to bridge the gap in valuation with Bologna. If successful, the deals for Ndoye and Beukema could be completed before pre-season begins, giving Conte key players for his rebuild. Napoli’s first league fixture of the new season is set for mid-August, where they will be looking to start strong after last season’s scudetto.

Bologna, meanwhile, must prepare for life without two of their standout performers as they gear up for their Champions League debut. Both clubs will be closely watched as the transfer saga develops and the new Serie A season approaches.