Serie A side Napoli recently made an approach for Udinese player Nicolo Zaniolo as they plan a move to sign him next summer. According to a report from La Gazzetta dello Sport, Zaniolo wants to increase his salary, which is causing difficulties at Udinese, while Napoli are hoping to secure a transfer deal this season. The Italian international currently receives €1.2 million under his contract with the Friulians, which runs until 2029, and is looking to increase that amount to at least €2 million before the start of the new season. During his time at Galatasaray, he earned more than 3 million. Udinese have promised to review his contract, taking into account his positive loan season, where he scored five goals and made five assists in 32 league games. However, things could change if other Serie A teams enter the race. Zaniolo was acquired by the Friulians when they activated the €9 million purchase option following the end of his loan contract. Lazio have been tracking the player for a long time, and Napoli will have to overcome the capital team if a transfer battle breaks out in the coming days.
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Napoli is preparing to join Lazio with Nicolo Zaniolo from Udinese
Napoli are interested in signing Udinese's Nicolo Zaniolo, who is looking for a pay rise. Lazio are also in the race for the player, making the transfer battle competitive.
22 June 2026Global