Napoli turns their attention away from signing Gatti this summer | OneFootball

Federico Gatti is one of the players Juventus want to sell to help fund a move for Jhon Lucumi during this transfer window, with the defender having been linked with a move to Napoli this summer. He remains one of the top players in the Juventus squad, but he does not have the profile Luciano Spalletti prefers for a centre back, meaning the manager has not used him as much as he would have liked.

This has made it clear that Juventus need to offload Gatti during the window, with the Bianconeri believing his departure would create room for Lucumi or another centre back. However, finding a buyer has proved difficult, with only a limited number of clubs showing interest in the defender so far.

Napoli end interest in Gatti

Napoli had shown the strongest interest in Gatti in recent weeks, giving Juventus hope that they could find a solution for the defender. However, their interest has now disappeared, leaving the Bianconeri with another problem to solve as they continue working on their plans for the squad.

According to Tuttojuve, Napoli have now turned their attention towards another centre-back and will not be approaching Gatti during this transfer window. The decision removes one of the most realistic destinations for the Juventus player.

The situation leaves Gatti with fewer options as Juventus continue looking for a way to make room for their preferred defensive targets.

Juventus could be stuck with Gatti

Gatti is no longer one of the players Napoli can sign, as they are almost finished with their summer business. Juventus could therefore be left with the centre back for another season if no other club comes forward with an offer.

That would create an unwanted situation for the Bianconeri, who had hoped to sell Gatti and use the funds and squad space to strengthen their defence. His continued presence could make it more difficult for the club to complete their plans for Lucumi.

There is still time remaining in the transfer window, however, and another club could yet emerge with an approach for Gatti. Juventus will hope a solution can be found before the window closes.