Napoli targets Andrea Natali for future defensive investment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Napoli is reportedly interested in signing Andrea Natali, a talented defender from Bayer Leverkusen and Italy's Under-19 team. At just 18, Natali has already established himself in the European football scene and is currently on loan at AZ Alkmaar. His contract with Bayer Leverkusen runs until June 2027, complicating negotiations, which are ongoing between Napoli, his agent, and the German club. Natali has made five appearances for the Italian U20 team and has been called up for the European Under-19 Championship.
- •Napoli is pursuing Andrea Natali from Bayer Leverkusen.
- •Natali is currently on loan at AZ Alkmaar.
- •The defender has five caps for Italy's U20 team.
- •His contract with Bayer Leverkusen extends until June 2027.
- •Negotiations are reportedly ongoing for his transfer.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Report Natali appreciated by Napoli after U19 and Bayer Leverkusen spell
"Napoli have set their sights on Italy Under-19 international and Bayer Leverkusen talent Andrea Natali, claims Sportitalia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà.The defender only turned 18 in January, but ...
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