The signing that Conte has requested from Napoli

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Napoli continues to plan movements in the winter market, and one of coach Antonio Conte's priorities is to strengthen the midfield with an experienced and high-profile player. According to sources close to the club, Conte has requested Napoli's management to sign Nemanja Matic, currently playing for Olympique de Lyon.

Matic, 36 years old, has a vast European football career, with notable stints at clubs like Chelsea, Manchester United, and Roma. Specifically, during his time at Chelsea in the 2016/17 season, Matic played under Conte, contributing to the team that won the Premier League under the Italian strategist's guidance.

The Serbian midfielder joined Lyon last January from Rennes for a sum close to 2.6 million euros. In the current season, he has been a key player for the French team, accumulating over 1,000 minutes in Ligue 1 and the Europa League.

Could be a quite affordable signing for Napoli

Although Matic is under contract until June 2026, Napoli's interest could pave the way for his return to a more competitive league. Conte believes that his experience and ability to control the game's pace will be crucial in Napoli's team scheme. At 36 years old and with a contract until 2026, his departure from Lyon could be quite affordable, with rumors suggesting a fee around 5 million euros.

It's worth noting that Fiorentina has also shown interest in the Serbian, which could trigger a battle between the Italian clubs to secure the services of the veteran midfielder.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El fichaje que Conte le ha pedido al Nápoles