Napoli are nearing an agreement to sign Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea following a breakthrough in negotiations.
The Belgium striker, aged 31, is anticipated to transfer to the Italian club for approximately £30m on a permanent deal, which will include a sell-on clause.
There is a possibility that this transfer could prompt Victor Osimhen to move in the opposite direction, as Chelsea are reportedly interested in an initial loan arrangement for the Nigerian forward.
Napoli's pursuit of Lukaku has been influenced by manager Antonio Conte, under whom Lukaku had two successful seasons at Inter Milan from 2019 to 2021.
Lukaku rejoined Chelsea in 2021 for £97.5m but has spent the past two seasons on loan in Italy, first with Inter Milan and subsequently with Roma.
His return to Stamford Bridge did not yield successful results, and he has not featured for Chelsea since May 2022.
Chelsea are seeking to offload players as their senior squad has expanded to over 40 members following 11 signings this summer.
