Everton and Napoli mooted in serious transfer talks as both teams look set to strike deal in replacement for main man
Everton ace Dominic Calvert-Lewin could replace £87m Victor Osimhen at Napoli
Everton ace Dominic Calvert-Lewin could be an “idea” for Napoli this summer if they lose star striker Victory Osimhen, according to Calciomercato’s Alessandro Di Gioia.
The Toffees forward has been limited to just 15 Premier League appearances this season due to injuries, with the striker netting two goals.
It is in stark contrast to Napoli icon Osimhen, who has banged in 23 goals from 28 Serie A appearances, with a further five goals in the Champions League.
“The Sheffield striker is already 26 years old but he is an absolute guarantee in the goal zone, with Everton as with England: penalised by injuries this season, it could be an idea for Napoli in case they say goodbye to Osimhen,” according to Calciomercato’s Di Gioia.
Sensational move
A switch from Merseyside to Naples would be a sensational move for Calvert-Lewin, but Napoli will probably be setting their sights on a more proficient striker should they lose Osimhen this summer. The 24-year-old is currently valued at €100million (£87million), according to Transfermarkt.
Their star man has been linked with several top clubs across Europe after firing Napoli to a memorable league title. The situation is the opposite at Goodison Park, where the Toffees are struggling in the bottom half of the table.
Fortunately for Sean Dyche and all associated with the Toffees, Calvert-Lewin is now back on the pitch and is almost looking like his old self.
His return comes exactly when his club need him most, with Everton currently sitting just two points above the relegation zone.
The striker has one goal and one assist in his last two matches, with his creativity in the final third set to be key in the coming weeks, with the Toffees taking on Manchester City next.
