Garnacho Napoli transfer in jeopardy due to Man Utd’s big decision? Whisper+ verdict

Latest developments

• Napoli are keen on signing Alejandro Garnacho.
• The Italian giants have agreed to sell Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG.
• Manchester United are set to play hardball for their winger.

Whisper+ analysis

Authenticity (3.5/5): Top Italian source not so bullish on Garnacho rumours

Napoli have earmarked Alejandro Garnacho as their top target to replace Paris Saint-Germain-bound Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. However, Manchester United‘s reluctance to lower their asking price has complicated Antonio Conte's pursuit.

The story comes from journalist Gianluca di Marzio (via the Manchester Evening News), who is one of the best in the business when it comes to Italian football.

Value (2/5): United want £70 million

Napoli reportedly agreed to sell Kvaratskhelia to PSG for a fee in the region of £60 million. However, United are refusing to accept any fee lower than £70 million for the Georgian's supposed replacement. Accordingly, this may force the Serie A side to look at others, including Federico Chiesa.

Suitability (3.5/5): Conte's ideal target

The 20-year-old, who has eight goals to his name across all competitions, is very direct with the ball at his feet and tends to consistently carry the ball into the opposition's penalty area. His aggressive and intense approach could perfectly suit Conte's direct and counter-attacking style of play in Naples.

Upgrade? (3/5): Like-to-like replacement

Akin to Kvaratskhelia, Garnacho also likes to take on his full-backs relentlessly. It wouldn't be far-fetched to say the South American's dribbling is on par with the Georgian. However, Conte may need to work a lot on the young winger's decision making in the final third.

Logic (3/5): Amorim's plans to dictate Garnacho's decision

If Ruben Amorim wants Garnacho to be a key player in his project at Old Trafford, it would make little sense for the youngster to leave United.

However, it would be best for Garnacho to move to Italy if Amorim has different ideas, as his system often suits wide playmakers more than direct wingers.

Whisper+ verdict: 15/25

On paper, there are very few wingers better than Garnacho to replace Kvaratskhelia at Napoli, but United's high asking price is likely to jeopardise Conte's plans.