Napoli hunt for Kim replacement; Kilman in pole with three other names in mind | OneFootball

Napoli are in  a deep search for a high-quality central defender in order fill the void within the back-line following the departure of Kim Min Jae.

After joining from Turkish outfits Fenerbahce and playing a prominent role within Spalletti’s title winning campaign last season, the South-Korean international has decided to depart the Serie A giants for Bayern Munich on a €50m transfer move, agreeing on a five-year deal with the Bundesliga reigning champions.

With very little time remaining until the Serie A season resumes, the Partenopei are exploring various options in order to sign a defensive profile that suits as the successor of the 26 year-old as quickly as possible.

TMW reports that Wolverhampton’s Max Kilman is considered the primary candidate for Napoli, whom is valued at a hefty €40m. Three other defenders who are deemed as alternatives for the Englishman are Lens’ Kevin Danso, Dinamo Zagreb’s Josip Sutalo, whom is being heavily monitored by Fiorentina, and Wolfsburg’s Maxence Lacroix.

Julian Faustini Ι GIFN