Ajax’s shifting focus may leave Napoli’s Lang deal in limbo

The rumor that Ajax will sign Noa Lang from SSC Napoli is now in doubt, with the headline even asking whether the deal Salta (skips) with Napoli, and the Lipsia angle adding further uncertainty. The speculation has shifted the narrative from a straightforward move to a complex transfer puzzle.

Napoli’s exit strategy

Il direttore sportivo Giovanni Manna is working hard on the exit front at Napoli, focusing on players who could leave the club this window. After Romelu Lukaku’s move to Fenerbahçe, attention turned to Noa Lang as a potential departure.

Lang’s initial link to Ajax

Following Lukaku’s transfer, Noa Lang appeared destined for Ajax, with early reports suggesting a concrete path to the Dutch giants. However, that prospect now appears to be fading, according to the latest information.

Ajax’s attention has turned to Lutsharel Geertruida, a versatile player from RB Leipzig who is also being courted by PSV. The Dutch club has already presented a first‑ever offer to the German side for the midfielder.

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Financial dynamics

If Mika Godts were to be sold to PSG, Ajax could raise the funds needed to meet the roughly €18 million transfer fee quoted for Geertruida. In addition to a purchase, a loan proposal is reportedly on the table.

The possibility that Ajax will allocate its budget elsewhere means the Lang‑Ajax hypothesis could lose its share of the market, especially if the club decides to invest in Geertruida instead.

Geertruida’s versatility

Geertruida can cover three positions, operating across defence and midfield, which enhances his appeal to Ajax and PSV alike. His adaptability is a key factor in the renewed interest from the Dutch side.

The story first surfaced on Google Discover, under the heading “Fonti preferite” and the label “Stampa A− A+”. The Calciomercato piece, marked as SSC Napoli, notes that Se (if) the Godts deal proceeds, the financial landscape changes dramatically, potentially Salta the Lang transaction.