LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 25: Yukinari Sugawara of Southampton takes on Marc Cucurella of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Southampton FC at Stamford Bridge on February 25, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Napoli have added Southampton right-back Yukinari Sugawara to their radar and have reportedly held preliminary talks to assess the feasibility of a deal next summer.
The Partenopei are expected to offload Pasquale Mazzocchi in the upcoming transfer window and are in the market for a new backup to Giovanni Di Lorenzo, who will remain the first-choice option in that position.
With Ivan Juriฤโs Southampton just a few games away from being mathematically relegated, Napoli believe Sugawara may be inclined to explore opportunities elsewhere, allowing them to negotiate his signing on favourable terms.
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According to transfer experts Matteo Moretto and Fabrizio Romano, the Serie A giants are monitoring the Japan international and have already initiated discussions for the versatile defender, who can also operate as a centre-back.
๐จ๐ต Napoli have added Yukinari Sugawara to their shortlist at right back position.
Heโs one of the names being monitored for the summer. @MatteMoretto ๐ค๐ฏ๐ต pic.twitter.com/uGNWv69tmO
โ Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 25, 2025
The 24-year-old has been a regular presence for the Premier League strugglers this season, making 26 league appearances so far.
Sugawara joined Southampton from AZ Alkmaar in 2024 and was reportedly scouted by Inter and other European clubs during his time in the Eredivisie.
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