Napoli Want €10m for Lukaku Amid Besiktas and Fenerbahce Interest

Romelu Lukaku's tenure at Napoli appears to be drawing to a close, as the club is open to a summer sale.

According to transfer insider Nicolò Schira, via IlNapolista, Turkish powerhouses Fenerbahce and Besiktas have expressed interest in the Belgian striker. Napoli has set a valuation of €10 million for his departure.

The former Inter Milan and Chelsea forward, who commands a substantial €8 million net salary per season and is under contract until June 2027, is no longer considered a central figure in the club's future plans following a season that failed to meet expectations.

The €10 million asking price is close to his current book value, suggesting that a permanent transfer would not result in a capital loss for Napoli. This is an attractive proposition for a club aiming to generate funds and reduce its wage expenditure.

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This potential move is part of a broader restructuring of Napoli's attacking department.

With Massimiliano Allegri now at the helm, the entire forward line is undergoing evaluation, and high-profile, well-compensated players are under particular scrutiny. Offloading Lukaku would not only alleviate a significant salary burden but also allow Napoli to invest in a player who better aligns with the new coach's tactical vision.

The primary obstacle remains Lukaku's substantial €8 million wage, a figure that limits the number of clubs capable of affording him. However, Turkish clubs have historically demonstrated an ability to meet such financial demands.

Despite a season that fell short of expectations and was hampered by injuries, Lukaku has still proven capable of making an impact, particularly as a substitute. Therefore, his potential departure seems driven more by economic considerations and tactical fit within the squad rather than a decline in his market value.