Napoli eye Dani Ceballos as January replacement for De Bruyne | OneFootball

Napoli begins to make moves ahead of the upcoming winter transfer window, with sporting director Giovanni Manna already working to strengthen the squad. The priority is clear: find a replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, who is sidelined for a long time due to the injury sustained against Inter.

Napoli, Ceballos in the spotlight to replace De Bruyne and cover Anguissa

According to Sky Sports, one of the hot names for January is Dani Ceballos, a midfielder from Real Madrid who is not finding playing time with the Spanish team. Napoli has already contacted the Madrid club to gauge the player's availability, considering him a valid option to ensure quality and experience in the midfield. The arrival of Ceballos could also compensate for the absence of Anguissa, who is engaged with the Africa Cup of Nations and out for several weeks, thus providing adequate coverage for the midfield department.

Ceballos' contract with Real Madrid expires in 2027, and the midfielder, skilled both offensively and in ball management, could play a significant role in Antonio Conte's team. The same coach has reportedly expressed a positive opinion on the potential arrival of the Spaniard, seeing him as a reinforcement capable of providing immediate quality to the midfield. Aurelio De Laurentiis has also shown support for the operation, confirming the club's interest in a profile of experience and reliability. Negotiations, according to rumors, could intensify in the coming weeks, with Napoli determined to close the deal in time for the January session. The goal is clear: to keep the team competitive and provide Antonio Conte with valid alternatives for the second part of the season, between the league and European competitions.

Andrea Alati

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