Gabbiadini-Kalinic swap talks

By Football Italia staff

Multiple reports are spreading fast that Napoli are in talks with Fiorentina to swap Manolo Gabbiadini for Nikola Kalinic.

According to Sky Sport Italia, Mediaset Premium, SportItalia and more, the clubs are discussing the potential exchange.

Gabbiadini’s performance in the 2-2 draw with Pescara only reiterated why he cannot simply replace Gonzalo Higuain in a centre-forward role, as they have very different characteristics.

While there is interest from Everton for €25m, Napoli’s main issue is finding a suitable replacement for Pipita, so Kalinic would be a ready-made alternative.

There are concerns here too when it comes to a straight swap, because Kalinic is 28 years old and his goals dried up considerably in the second half of last season.

Gabbiadini is still only 24 and more versatile as a striker.

This interest in Kalinic also suggests Napoli are preparing to lose Juventus striker Simone Zaza to West Ham United.

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