Napoli are on the verge of landing one of South America’s brightest prospects, with Exequiel Zeballos set to join the Serie A giants from Boca Juniors on a five-year contract. The Italian club has finalised terms with Boca for the dynamic 24-year-old winger after negotiations that began in May, signaling a major coup in their summer transfer campaign.
The financial framework of the deal was shaped by Napoli’s ambition to generate €10 million (£8.5 million) through player sales, a strategy designed to facilitate Zeballos’ arrival. According to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, the Argentine talent rejected a lucrative five-year proposal from CSKA Moscow, making it clear that his sole ambition was to play for Napoli.
Zeballos brings considerable flair and versatility, capable of operating effectively on both flanks. In the 2026/27 campaign with Boca Juniors, he made a notable impact in Argentina’s Premier Division, scoring once and providing three assists. His pedigree is further underlined by his international record, having tallied 16 appearances and three goals for Argentina’s U17 national team.
New Napoli manager Massimiliano Allegri is assembling an impressive squad for the forthcoming season, and Zeballos is poised to add creativity and attacking depth. Allegri has already secured the signings of Rasmus Hojlund, Allison Santos, and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, underlining the club’s aggressive approach in the transfer market.
With Zeballos set to make the leap to European football, Napoli are sending a powerful message about their ambitions both domestically and on the continental stage.
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