Napoli are still trying to sign Israeli winger Anan Khalaili this summer, but they have yet to break through in talks with Union Saint-Gilloise, which is asking for between 22 million and 25 million euros for the player. The report says the Italian club is hopeful, but no deal has been reached so far.
Italian journalist and commentator Raffaele Auriemma gave Khalaili strong praise, calling him “an exceptional player” and saying Napoli could land “the next Achraf Hakimi of world football” if it brings in the talented fullback. His comments echoed growing interest in the Israeli player in Italy.
Auriemma also added a caution: Khalaili would not arrive as a direct replacement for Giovanni Di Lorenzo, because he has only played as a fullback in a back four once in his career until now. Even so, Auriemma said he is sure Khalaili would be “a great signing.”
The article says the next step is whether the praise from prominent Italian media figures will turn into an offer that satisfies the Belgian club and opens the door for the Israeli to one of Europe’s top leagues.
