Sevilla Reject Napoli’s €17m Bid for Juanlu Amid Premier League Interest

Sevilla have turned down a €17 million offer from Napoli for right-back Juanlu, instead demanding €20 million plus a sell-on clause. The Andalusian club has already seen Wolves match this demanded fee in recent days.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Napoli have intensified talks with Sevilla to sign Juanlu Sánchez, having already secured a personal agreement with the young defender over a four-year contract. Last week, Napoli’s sporting director met with Sevilla officials to push the deal forward, offering €17 million in a package that would be paid in installments. However, Sevilla maintain their stance, holding out for €20 million and a future sell-on percentage. Wolves, who finished mid-table in the Premier League, previously agreed to Sevilla’s terms, but Juanlu is reported to prefer a move to Serie A champions Napoli, having rejected interest from Everton as well. According to reports, Napoli has made a €17 million offer for Juanlu Sánchez.

JUANLU’S RISE AND SEVILLA’S SEASON

Juanlu, just 21, has become a key figure for Sevilla, playing over 2,700 minutes across La Liga and the Europa League last season. He helped Spain win Olympic gold in Paris last summer. Sevilla finished the 2024/25 La Liga season in 14th place, clear of relegation but unable to qualify for European competitions. Financial pressures have forced the club to consider selling academy graduates like Juanlu to enable squad reinforcements ahead of next season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR SEVILLA, NAPOLI, AND JUANLU?

Negotiations are expected to continue, as Juanlu is pushing for a move to Napoli despite Sevilla favoring a Premier League sale for better financial terms. Napoli, who finished as winners in Serie A—two points ahead of Inter—are eager to bolster their defense before their Serie A opener against Sassuolo next weekend. Sevilla begin their La Liga campaign away at the last season’s 4th place Athletic Club. The outcome of talks with Napoli and Wolves may decide whether Juanlu remains in Spain or moves abroad ahead of the new season. Napoli’s eagerness to sign Juanlu has been highlighted, as recent updates indicate they aim to strengthen their right side for the new season.