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Napoli dig in over Vergara: €30m bids rebuffed as renewal nears
Napoli have made it clear that Antonio Vergara is not for sale, rejecting bids approaching €30 million for the young midfielder. According to Gianluca Di Marzio via IlNapolista, the Partenopei have turned down approaches from both Italian and foreign clubs. The bids, Di Marzio reports, had edged towards €30 million, but Napoli declined them outright without entertaining the idea of a sale.
The playmaker has drawn interest from Serie A clubs including Como, who initially saw him as a successor to Nico Paz. Atalanta registered their interest, and Roma were tempted by a reported €25 million price tag. Despite this external pressure, Napoli have chosen to build around Vergara instead of selling.
On the contractual side, talks over a new deal are already under way. Vergara is currently on a long-term contract worth around €400,000, and the renewal would increase his salary to around €1 million plus bonuses. This reflects his growing importance to the project.
The decision to retain Vergara is closely tied to head coach Massimiliano Allegri. Under Allegri, Vergara is viewed as ready for a step up to the senior side, with the coach reportedly considering a new role for him, possibly as a central midfielder.
Napoli’s stance underscores their commitment to building a squad capable of competing at the highest level. By rejecting substantial offers and advancing contract talks, the club signal their long-term faith in Vergara’s development and potential contribution.
For Vergara, the club’s refusal to sell signals a clear vote of confidence. The proposed contract upgrade to €1 million plus bonuses places him among Napoli’s key earners, highlighting his rising status within the team.
With Allegri’s project taking shape, Vergara’s future at Napoli appears secure. The midfielder’s development under the new head coach could define a pivotal chapter in his career and the club’s ambitions.