Napoli considered a sensation summer swoop for Inter Milan starlet Francesco Pio Esposito, reports from Italy claim.
According to today’s edition of Libero, via FCInter1908, Napoli began to plot a move for Esposito after the injury suffered by Romelu Lukaku in pre-season.
The former Inter striker will miss months of football and Antonio Conte’s side decided to make a move for a replacement.
The Neapolitan club eventually settled on Manchester United outcast and former Atalanta star Rasmus Hojlund.
MONZA, ITALY – AUGUST 12: Pio Esposito of FC Internazionale looks on during the Pre-season Friendly match between AC Monza and FC Internazionale at U-Power Stadium on August 12, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
According to the reports, Conte specifically requested Pio Esposito after Lukaku’s injury.
Napoli regard the Inter striker as a complete centre-forward who perfectly fits what Conte needed.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis reportedly agreed with the idea.
He was rumoured to have prepared an offer of over €40 million for the youngster.
However, a move did not materialise.
Form and fitness concerns are likely to crop up over the season.
Therefore, Pio Esposito may find himself getting all the minutes he needs with Inter.
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