Juventus Rejects Napoli's Bid for Gatti, Sticks to Demands

Juventus has rejected Napoli's initial offer to sign Italian defender Federico Gatti, after the southern club proposed to acquire the player on loan with an option to buy, according to the latest reports from the Italian transfer market.

Gatti is attracting significant interest from Napoli, who are looking to strengthen their defense, especially after Alessandro Bonifazi's injury. Furthermore, coach Massimiliano Allegri is eager to work with the defender again, having previously relied on him during his time at Juventus.

However, Juventus does not seem ready to part ways with the player in this manner, as the club prefers a permanent transfer or a deal that includes a clear commitment to buy, with reports indicating that the asking price for Gatti ranges between €20 million and €25 million.

Napoli continues its efforts to reach an agreement, as negotiations have moved to later stages discussing a loan arrangement with an obligation to buy, which could pave the way for a deal between the two clubs in the coming days.

Gattuso's future remains a key topic in the Italian transfer market, with Napoli keen on signing him and Allegri eager to acquire his services. Meanwhile, Juventus is looking to maximize the financial return from the departure of their defender this summer.