Napoli eye Union St Gilloise star as Zambo Anguissa replacement

Twenty‑six‑year‑old Adem Zorgane has been added to Napoli’s shortlist as a replacement for André‑Frank Zambo Anguissa, the club said, The Algerian midfielder, who recently renewed his contract with Union St Gilloise, is one of several candidates the Serie A side are monitoring.

The midfielder will be out of contract in the summer, and Napoli are said to be keen to secure a replacement in January.

Other candidates on Napoli’s radar

Napoli’s list also features Monaco’s Mamadou Coulibaly and Darryl Bakola of Sassoulo. Zorgane, who signed a new deal with Union St Gilloise, will not be available for a low‑cost transfer.

He is described as ambitious and eager to move to a bigger league in the future. Union St Gilloise have a reputation for supporting players’ ambitions to step up, which has earned them goodwill among such talents. The club is also known for tough negotiations, aiming to extract maximum value if Napoli proceed with the signing.

Zorgane has been regarded as one of the best midfielders in Belgian football for many seasons. The Algerian left Paradou AC in 2021 to join Charleroi. He made 140 appearances for Charleroi, scoring ten goals and providing 27 assists. After four seasons with the Zebras, he moved on, surprising many observers.

Rather than leaving Belgium, he joined Union St Gilloise in 2025 and helped them win the domestic cup last season. He has featured in 51 games for the Brussels‑based side, netting four goals and delivering nine assists. Napoli’s interest is unlikely to be unique, as other top‑league clubs are reportedly scouting the 26‑year‑old this season.