Santiago Giménez is one of the most coveted forwards in European football. The 22-year-old attacker has demonstrated his qualities in the Eredivisie, a common market for the “giants” of Europe. Napoli is behind the Mexican footballer and, if the transfer is made, It would be a historic signing.
Although their scoring records do not have the same impact in the middle of the season, Santiago Giménez’s numbers They are more than respectable in a high-level tournament like the one in the Netherlands.
This has caused Napoli to send scouts to see up close the qualities of the Mexican attacker in matches in the Eredivisie and the UEFA Europa League. An analysis beyond the goals that have remained somewhat stagnant.
“Napoli is keeping an eye on Feyenoord forward Santiago Giménez. Napoli scouts have already observed the Mexican on several occasions“reported the Italian journalist Nicolo Schira.
Santiago Giménez could be in the history of Napoli
One of the main reasons why Santiago Giménez would arrive at the club is because the imminent departure of Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian striker would leave good sums of money from his transaction.
Under these circumstances, Napoli would have a good financial margin to bet on his replacement. According to information from Transfermarkt, Santiago Giménez is valued at more than $50 million dollars. However, this is a reference figure.
It is estimated that the Dutch team will get much more money from the sale of the Mexican attacker. It is worth mentioning that The departure of Victor Osimhen would be an additional argument for Feyenoord to ask for much more money for Giménez.
In this sense, “Bebote” would flirt with being the most expensive signing in the club’s history. That award currently belongs to Victor Osimhen with $81.5 million dollars. What is a fact is that the Aztec would surpass his teammate Hirving Lozano, player who came to the club in exchange for $48.9 million dollars.
Santiago Giménez has a link with the Dutch team until June 2027. The “Bebote” has scored 47 goals and has conceded 8 assists in 79 games played with his club.
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