Napoli manager Antonio Conte is reportedly planning a blockbuster double raid on Liverpool as he looks to strengthen his side after lifting the Scudetto.<\/p>\n
The Italian club\u2019s hierarchy are ready to back Conte in the transfer market, and reports suggest that he wants to bring in a new striker and winger.<\/p>\n
Liverpool<\/a>, meanwhile, are looking to do more business of their own as they close in on Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez, after sealing a deal for Jeremie Frimpong. They are also keen to sign a new striker, as links with the likes of Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike rumble on.<\/p>\n Arne Slot\u2019s side are also open to selling several players, and according to Italian outlet\u00a0La Repubblica<\/a>,\u00a0Napoli are plotting moves for duo Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa.<\/p>\n The report states that Napoli<\/a> are \u2018closing in\u2019 on the Reds\u2019 stars, who are \u2018solid targets\u2019 for Conte, with \u2018frequent contact\u2019 ongoing between parties.<\/p>\n It\u2019s claimed that Conte is \u2018crazy\u2019 about Nunez<\/a> in particular, and \u2018negotiations have already started\u2019 for his signing. However, the discussion \u2018also involves Chiesa\u2019.<\/p>\n After signing Kevin de Bruyne on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City, the additions of Nunez and Chiesa have the potential to be game-changing for Napoli.<\/p>\n READ MORE<\/strong>:\u00a0Man Utd EXPLODE into race for Hugo Ekitike and STUN Chelsea, Liverpool<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Fabrizio Romano confirms Nunez rumour<\/p>\n TEAMtalk has consistently reported that Liverpool\u00a0are\u00a0open to selling Nunez this summer, if a suitable bid is lodged and they can bring in a replacement.<\/p>\n In an exclusive update on April 26, TEAMtalk transfer insider Rudy Galetti revealed that there is European interest in Nunez, with Atletico Madrid, Nottingham Forest, and Newcastle keeping tabs on his situation.<\/p>\n However, we understand that\u00a0none of those sides are willing to match Liverpool\u2019s asking price<\/a>. The Reds want to recover most of the \u00a385m (including add-ons) they spent on Nunez, which would also make things difficult for Napoli should they join the race.<\/p>\n Journalist Fabrizio Romano has also confirmed that Napoli\u00a0do\u00a0have Nunez on their shortlist, and his Liverpool exit is, in fact, \u2018guaranteed\u2019.<\/p>\n \u201cDarwin Nunez remains guaranteed exit at Liverpool this summer with Saudi Pro League clubs keen since January,\u201d Romano posted on X.<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cUnderstand also Napoli have made contact in the recent days with Nunez on the shortlist and more talks to follow soon. Darwin, open to both Saudi-European options.\u201d<\/p>\n TEAMtalk sources state that a switch to the Saudi Pro League is a concrete possibility for the 25-year-old. Al Hilal have shown interest, and after missing out on Victor Osimhen, could intensify their pursuit.<\/p>\n As for Chiesa<\/a>, he has been heavily linked with moves back to his native Italy for months, after failing to make a big impact at Anfield.<\/p>\n Despite the rumours, TEAMtalk has been told by sources close to Liverpool that Slot believes Chiesa could still play a big role for Liverpool in future.<\/p>\n The Reds already have their top talisman, Mo Salah, playing in his position, but the Italian is viewed as a good back-up option.<\/p>\n With this in mind, it would take a sizeable bid for Liverpool to consider selling Chiesa this summer.<\/p>\n FULL BREAKDOWN<\/strong>:\u00a0All the done deals by Premier League clubs in the summer 2025 transfer window<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Latest Liverpool news<\/strong><\/p>\n \ud83d\udd34\u00a0Real Madrid react to Florian Wirtz agreeing Liverpool deal as Alexander-Arnold makes big revelation<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n \ud83d\udd34\u00a0Liverpool hold \u2018private meeting\u2019 over sensational Slot striker signing<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n