Chelsea’s €29 million price tag on Guiu stalls Napoli’s summer plans

RAI journalist Ciro Venerato revealed that Chelsea values Napoli forward Guiu at €29 million, while the Guiu Zirkzee saga sees the club eyeing striker Zirkzee and defender Musso, a Musso‑Milinkovic hurdle that remains after Atletico Madrid rejected a proposed swap, highlighting the complexity of Napoli’s summer plans. Atletico Madrid’s refusal to entertain the swap leaves Napoli without the Musso‑Milinkovic exchange that was central to its restructuring plan. The club must now explore alternative routes to free up the squad and finances.

Broader market context

Zirkzee has promised his future to Juventus but will not wait indefinitely, and Napoli is also tracking him. Per arriving at the former Bologna striker David, Napoli must first sell David, who is currently refusing all destinations. Allegri expects a goalkeeper and a striker, adding pressure on Napoli’s options.

Su Lucca, Fiorentina and Lazio have other ideas, while with Atalanta Napoli will not pursue a loan for Lang, preferring a permanent transfer. The club’s interest in Zirkzee is heightened because United is offering him on loan.

Valuations and funding

The report, labelled Stampa A− A+, noted that Gabriel Jesus is valued by Arsenal at 20 million, a figure that could help Napoli close a deal for Zirkzee if Lucca or Lang are sold. Guiu remains the most attractive target for Chelsea at 29 million, according to the same source.

Giovanni Manna, Napoli’s sporting director, is also keen on Guiu, a player that Allegri admires. Il calciatore that Manna favours is Guiu, and his valuation aligns with Chelsea’s offer.

Ultime notizie on the market were delivered by Ciro Venerato on La Domenica Sportiva, summarising the challenges Napoli faces after the Atletico rejection.

The refusal forces Napoli to seek alternative sales or loans to fund its targets, meaning the club’s summer agenda will hinge on new negotiations and possible player exits.