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Napoli Interfere with Milan as Liverpool Track Defender
TL;DR
Liverpool is interested in defender Sam Beukema, while Napoli targets Mario Gila, who has been linked to Milan. Napoli may sell Beukema after his underwhelming performance since joining for €31M.
Key points
- Liverpool is tracking defender Sam Beukema.
- Napoli is interested in Mario Gila as a potential signing.
- Napoli paid €31M for Beukema but may sell him soon.
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Napoli Interfere with Milan as Liverpool Track Defender
Liverpool have laid eyes on Sam Beukema, and in a corresponding move, Napoli have taken an interest in Mario Gila, who’s been extensively linked to Milan and more recently to Juventus and Atletico Madrid.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Partenopei are pondering quickly parting ways with the Dutch defender, who hasn’t lived up to expectations so far. They paid €31M to snap him up after he flourished with Bologna. However, he’s been a regular only when other center-backs were missing.
Liverpool coach Arne Slot is well familiar with Beukema, as he was helming Feyenoord when the defender burst onto the scene at AZ, and a €30M or so offer could entice Napoli to cut bait before his valuation plummets, and they have set their sights on Gila as a possible replacement.
Q&A
Why is Liverpool interested in Sam Beukema?
Liverpool is interested in Sam Beukema due to his potential, as coach Arne Slot previously worked with him at AZ.
What is Napoli's plan for Mario Gila?
Napoli is considering signing Mario Gila as a replacement for Sam Beukema, who has not met expectations since joining the club.
How much did Napoli pay for Sam Beukema?
Napoli paid €31M to acquire Sam Beukema, but they are now contemplating selling him due to his lack of impact.
