Napoli have entered the race to sign Arsenal target Emmanuel Dennis as the Italians prioritise landing the Club Brugge star over Lille’s Victor Osimhen identifying him as a cheaper.
Nigeria international Dennis has impressed with his Belgian side this season, having caught the eye of English fans during his performances against Manchester United in the Europa League and his memorable brace in the UCL clash with Laliga giants, Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Dennis has been linked with a move to the Premier League this summer, with Arsenal appearing to be the frontrunners to land the tricky forward for around £22million. Earlier this month, Brugge manager Philippe Clement said it was ‘very likely’ his star would leave.
And according to French football expert Manu Lonjon (via Football Italia), Napoli have shortlisted Dennis as a top priority this summer although ountryman, Osimhen is also believed to be on the Italians’ radar, with his £45million transfer tag putting off the Serie A club.
The 22-year-old has played 103 games for Brugge since joining in 2017 from Zorya Luhansk, scoring 28 goals and providing 10 assists.
