Napoli met again with the entourage of Lazar Samardzic in Milan at the beginning of the week, but the negotiation is not yet in its final stages.

Napoli Earmark Juventus and Milan Targets for January

The subpar start of the season could entice Napoli to look for reinforcements in January, and they have circled a pair of names who are being chased by other Serie A powerhouses, Lazar Samardzic and Juan Miranda. The Partenopei have been keen on the Serb for a couple of campaigns.
Rodrigo De Paul was mentioned as an early option to replenish the Juventus midfield, but Cristiano Giuntoli and co. will have to look elsewhere.

Juventus Staying in Touch with Pair of Midfield Aces

Despite Cristiano Giuntoli’s coyness about it, Juventus continue to work to identify the right midfield reinforcement in January. They want an inventive player, preferably with previous Serie A experience. Among their rumored targets, Rodrigo De Paul and Fabian Ruiz fit the mold the best.
Udinese continue to say that Lazar Samardzic isn’t for sale despite the interest coming from Juventus and Napoli considering Elijf Elmas’ departure.

Samardzic Agent Talks Inter Fiasco and Juventus Buzz

Lazar Samardzic will remain a hot commodity in January following his botched transfer to Inter last summer. His agent Karsten Rickart dished: “He has always been a professional. He was obviously disappointed about what happened; who wouldn’t? However, it didn’t affect him afterward."
Napoli are evaluating whether to sign a midfielder in January since they’ll lose Frank Anguissa for a month due to AFCON.

Napoli Shortlist Talented Trio to Bolster the Midfield

Napoli are evaluating whether to sign a midfielder in January since they’ll lose Frank Anguissa for a month due to AFCON. They are keeping tabs on a few talents and could strike if the price is right. They intended to do that last summer, but Al-Ahli beat them for Veiga.