Giuntoli reportedly desired Chiesa’s transfer to Napoli, reveals backstory

In a revelation that could have dramatically changed the landscape of Italian football, Federico Chiesa’s move to Napoli could have been a reality. This is because Napoli’s recruiting honcho, Giuntoli, was keen on bringing the winger into his ranks.

According to an insider scoop from Tuttosport, the club’s former director of sports had offered a substantial €45 million to Fiorentina to coax the club into releasing the player. However, this move didn’t transpire, as the player decided to opt for Juventus instead.