Napoli eye Badiashile but injury doubts cloud loan deal

SSC Napoli are actively negotiating a deal for Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile, with club president Aurelio Manna preferring a loan that includes an option to buy, while recent seasons riddled with injuries remain the sole major concern for the potential signing.

Paolo Del Genio told Radio Kiss Kiss that the club is dealing with Badiashile in these days and that Manna’s preferred formula is a loan with an option to purchase. The negotiation is described as active by the journalist.

Del Genio highlighted Badiashile’s attributes, describing him as a player with a nice pace who also scored many goals at Monaco. He praised the defender’s speed and his scoring record during his spell in France.

The only significant reservation, Del Genio said, is the recent lack of playing time caused by numerous injuries. “Ha played very little lately because of numerous injuries,” he added, noting this as the main concern for SSC Napoli.

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SSC Napoli will continue to monitor Badiashile’s physical condition and aim to finalise the loan‑with‑option terms in the coming days. The club’s next steps depend on the defender’s fitness outlook.