Napoli set to battle with Lazio for Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo | OneFootball

Serie A side Napoli have inquired about Udinese’s Nicolo Zaniolo recently as they plot a summer move for him. 

According to a report by La Gazzetta dello Sport via Calcio Napoli 24, Zaniolo’s wish to raise his salary is making headwinds at Udinese as Napoli hope for a transfer swoop this summer. 

The Italian international currently earns €1.2 million under his contract with the Friulani until 2029, and he is looking to increase it to at least €2 million ahead of the new season. During his tenure with Galatasaray, he earned over €3 million, and Udinese promised to review his contract with the club. Coming on the back of a positive loan season with the Udine-based outfit, scoring five goals and assists each across 32 league appearances for the club, they are going ahead with their promise, but things could take a turn if other Serie A sides join the race. 

Zaniolo was bought from the Turkish giants by Udinese when they triggered a €9 million purchase option at the end of his loan deal. 

Lazio have been following the player for a long time now, and Napoli will have to overcome the capital side if a transfer battle begins in the coming days. 

Trambak Bhattacherjee | GIFN