SSC Napoli secures the forward everyone wanted

Artem Dovbyk has been at the center of attention in recent weeks regarding his footballing future. The 28-year-old Ukrainian forward, currently at AS Roma, seemed tempted to return to LaLiga, specifically to Villarreal.

However, in recent days, all signs point towards a different path: southern Italy, more precisely SSC Napoli.

Throughout the summer, Villarreal showed a keen interest in Dovbyk. Coach Marcelino, in the final stretch of the transfer market, saw him as a forward capable of making a difference and bringing experience to the attack. The Yellow Submarine even explored the option of signing him on loan, including a future buying option. However, Roma did not accept those conditions. They demand an amount close to 40 million euros, a figure that Villarreal considers high and has resisted covering.

Meanwhile, in Rome, the situation has also changed. After Gian Piero Gasperini took over as head coach, the Ukrainian has been somewhat marginalized within the new system. Although he was valued for his goal contribution, the arrival of the new coach and other forward profiles have reduced his importance in the starting lineup.

Simultaneously, SSC Napoli has renewed their interest in Dovbyk. According to Football Italia, the Neapolitan club has made an offer to the player: a six-year contract with a net salary of around 3 million euros annually. For now, this is only a verbal offer directly to the player; formal negotiations with Roma have not yet begun.

A New Destination: Will Napoli Open the Doors?

All attention is now focused on Naples. The proposal made to the player represents a long-term vote of confidence. While the market continues to move, and Dovbyk's name still circulates in various speculations, Napoli's interest seems the most concrete option at the moment.

For Villarreal, this represents a setback in their plans to reinforce the forward line. The Yellow Submarine is still looking for attackers, but it seems challenging without a reduction in financial demands or a change in the transfer formula.

In Rome, they have room to negotiate. Although they have not committed to any offers yet, their current evaluation of Dovbyk indicates that they prefer to wait for offers that recoup a good portion of their investment.

Dovbyk, on the other hand, seems ready to make a decision. After a year since his transfer (for an amount close to 38 million euros from Girona) and with certain differences with the new coach, he likely values the stability and project conditions offered by Napoli.

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