How Miguel Gutierrez deal may convince Napoli to change stance on Sterling | OneFootball

As Napoli have resumed their interest in Girona full-back Miguel Gutierrez, the Partenopei also consider changing their transfer strategy, using part of their budget for a central midfielder rather than an attacking winger.

Napoli have resumed their interest in Girona left-back Gutierrez, and could send an offer in the region of €20m in the coming hours.

Napoli may change their transfer strategy if they sign Miguel Gutierrez

Girona’s Miguel Gutierrez celebrates after scoring the 1-0 goal during the Champions League soccer match between Girona FC and Slovan Bratislava, in Girona, Catalonia, Spain 22 October 2024. EPA-EFE/DAVID BORRAT

The 24-year-old is versatile as he can play as a left-back or as a left midfielder, and his characteristics may convince Napoli to change their transfer strategy, provided they secure a deal with Girona.

Given that Napoli are still looking for an attacking winger, but haven’t yet internally agreed on their preferred target, including Raheem Sterling, signing Gutierrez for circa €20m would allow the club to save part of their transfer budget, which would be re-invested in a central midfielder.

Napoli’s targets in central midfield

GENOA, ITALY – MARCH 14: Fabio Miretti of Genoa scores his team’s first goal during the Serie A match between Genoa and Lecce at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on March 14, 2025 in Genoa, Italy. (Photo by Simone Arveda/Getty Images)

Juventus’ Fabio Miretti and Bologna’s Giovanni Fabbian are currently the two players monitored in the middle of the park.