Napoli eye Esposito but must clear Lukaku and Lucca first

SSC Napoli are watching 2002‑born striker Sebastiano Esposito of Cagliari, yet the club has not opened concrete negotiations and is waiting before deciding the future of its attacking line for the upcoming campaign as the summer window progresses in Italy.

The information appeared on Google Discover under the headline "Fonti preferite Stampa A‑ A+", confirming the report’s visibility on the Il SSC Napoli news feed.

Secondo Tuttosport, Esposito is among the preferred profiles of the Napoli hierarchy, but any real transfer would depend on two possible exits. The report underscores the club’s cautious approach to reshaping its attack.

SSC Napoli can act only after freeing offensive space by selling Romelu Lukaku and Lorenzo Lucca, the two forwards who currently occupy key roles. Their departures would create the necessary room for a new striker.

Lukaku is reportedly not convinced by a potential move to Atlanta United in MLS, having already rejected offers from Fenerbahçe and Trabzonspor to remain in European football. His stance adds uncertainty to Napoli’s planning.

The future of Lorenzo Lucca also remains uncertain, and resolving his situation will be decisive for Napoli’s strategic planning. The club awaits clarity on his next destination.

Only once both exits are settled can Napoli move from interest to a concrete negotiation for Esposito, while reported interest from Como could heighten competition in the coming weeks.