GUTIERREZ TRANSFER STALLED! NAPOLI'S €18M DEAL AGREED BUT GIRONA STAR STILL HESITANT
Napoli's pursuit of Miguel Gutiérrez has hit a standstill, as the Spanish full-back has yet to give the green light on a move to Italy, despite an €18 million agreement being reached with Girona. The Serie A side had been optimistic about wrapping up the deal quickly, but the final step — the player’s approval — remains pending.
Gutiérrez, 24, is coming off a standout season in La Liga, where he played a key role in Girona's impressive campaign. His form attracted interest from several top European clubs, but Napoli moved swiftly and successfully negotiated terms with Girona earlier this week. The agreed fee includes performance bonuses and future resale clauses, with Napoli confident the structure meets both clubs' expectations.
However, the player has not yet made a decision. Gutiérrez is said to be weighing his options carefully, with other potential suitors monitoring the situation and offering alternative career paths. The left-back is reportedly taking time to evaluate whether a move to Serie A aligns with his long-term goals, particularly with Napoli not competing in the Champions League this season.
Napoli, under new management, are looking to rebuild after a turbulent campaign and see Gutiérrez as a key addition to reinforce their left flank. While club officials remain hopeful that an agreement can still be reached, there is a growing sense of urgency as pre-season preparations ramp up.
Unless Gutiérrez gives his final approval soon, Napoli may be forced to explore other targets. For now, the deal is on pause — not due to financial disagreements, but simply because the player has yet to commit to the move.
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