Napoli are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea striker Marc Guiu after a move for Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus stalled. The Serie A club are seeking a new centre-forward before the summer transfer window closes next week.
Jesus has been Napoli's top target, with Arsenal willing to sell the Brazil international, who has struggled with injuries over the past two seasons, for £20million. However, reports suggest the 29-year-old is not keen on a move to Italy and may remain at the Emirates for the 2026/27 season.
Napoli's alternative targets
With the Jesus transfer looking unlikely, Napoli are exploring other options, including Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee. Jackson has been placed on the transfer list, but Atletico Madrid and Aston Villa are leading the race for his signature. Aston Villa are expected to make an offer should Ollie Watkins be sold to Al Hilal.
According to Sky Italy, Napoli have added Guiu to their shortlist. The 20-year-old joined Chelsea from Barcelona in 2024 for £5m and impressed early on, scoring six goals in seven Conference League games as the Blues lifted the trophy.
Guiu's limited opportunities
Guiu was loaned to Sunderland last season but was recalled after just 26 days following a long-term injury to Liam Delap. Back at Chelsea, he struggled for game time, starting only five games and playing 527 minutes under Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior.
New manager Xabi Alonso has also favoured veteran Danny Welbeck to support Joao Pedro, and Guiu has not been assigned a squad number for the new season. In addition to Napoli, the striker has interest from clubs in Spain and Germany, with Chelsea valuing him at £25m.
Napoli would likely need to sell players before making a purchase, with Dutch winger Noa Lang tipped to leave. Guiu is expected to miss Chelsea's opening match against Fulham on Monday night.
