Napoli, Cajuste set for exit: Neom push hard, deal close to completion | OneFootball

Jens Cajuste is ready to say goodbye to Napoli once again. The Swedish midfielder, who returned after an anonymous season on loan at Ipswich Town, could be heading to the Saudi Pro League. As revealed by Matteo Moretto, a journalist and transfer market expert, an official offer has arrived at the Azzurri club from Neom, a newly promoted team in the top Saudi championship.

Napoli, Cajuste close to departure: Neom is serious, negotiations down to the details

The proposal involves a paid loan worth 2 million euros, with an option to buy set at 7 million. A total operation worth 9 million, which Napoli is carefully considering. The parties are reportedly very close to a final agreement, with only a few details left to finalize the deal.

Neom’s interest in Cajuste arose unexpectedly. The Saudi club is building a competitive squad for its first season in the Saudi Pro League and sees the 1999-born player as an opportunity not to be missed. The physical and dynamic profile of the former Reims midfielder seems to fit well with the team’s needs, as they want to focus on European players with international experience. For Napoli, this would be a useful departure to make room in midfield and lighten the wage bill. Cajuste, who arrived in the summer of 2023 for around 12 million, never really convinced: first with Garcia, then with Mazzarri, and finally with Calzona, he made only a few appearances without managing to carve out a leading role.

Andrea Alati

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