Porto SC Overview

Romelu Lukaku has opened up on his painful departure from Napoli, describing the recent period as the most difficult stage of his professional career. The Belgian striker has now hit back at his former club, claiming that officials in Italy attempted to boycott him by spreading false information about his physical condition.

Napoli have stepped up their search for attacking reinforcements by making enquiries for several high-profile strikers. The Italian club are exploring moves for Gabriel Jesus, Joshua Zirkzee, and Nicolas Jackson as they look to bolster their frontline.

Former Juventus midfielder Alessio Tacchinardi believes the Bianconeri possess a stronger squad than most Serie A rivals following their summer transfer window activity. However, he insists title rivals Inter and Napoli still hold a distinct advantage ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Frank Anguissa looked destined to leave Napoli this summer, but the midfielder has completely changed his situation by impressing new manager Max Allegri. The Partenopei are now pushing to secure his services with a bumper new contract extension running until 2030.