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Napoli faces transfer dilemma after Buongiorno injury ahead of Milan battle

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Napoli faces transfer dilemma after Buongiorno injury ahead of Milan battle

Summary

Napoli's transfer strategy is in flux following an injury to Alessandro Buongiorno, who will miss the team's training camp due to a right-knee issue. The club is assessing whether he needs surgery, which could impact their plans to strengthen defensively. With this uncertainty, Napoli may target Tiago Gabriel, a young defender from Lecce, resulting in competition with AC Milan. Both clubs are interested in Gabriel, who has garnered attention from top Serie A teams. Napoli had initially planned to focus their summer transfers elsewhere, but this injury has forced a reevaluation of their needs.

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Status Watch

•Alessandro Buongiorno injured; status may influence Napoli's transfer plans.
•Napoli could compete with Milan for Tiago Gabriel from Lecce.
•Gabriel may cost around €25 million, according to reports.
•Buongiorno's injury requires consultation for possible surgery.

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1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Buongiorno injury pushes Napoli towards Tiago Gabriel and Milan battle

What they're saying

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Napoli’s transfer plans have been thrown a curveball by an injury to Alessandro Buongiorno, and the fallout could pit them against Milan for one of Serie A’s brightest young defenders.According to...
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