The transfer market of Juventus and Napoli could intersect. Both Italian clubs are indeed on the trail of the midfielder born in '98 from Nottingham Forrest, Orel Mangala. The Belgian's contract expires in June 2026 but he could leave already in this winter transfer session. One of the classic market opportunities that Juventus and Napoli want to try to seize, aiming for the loan.
Who is Orel Mangala
Belgian midfielder from Anderlecht and Borussia Dortmund, Orel Mangala can act both as a midfielder and as a central midfielder. At Nottingham Forrest this season he has played both as a low vertex in a 5-man midfield and in pair with another midfielder in the 4-2-3-1. A versatile and physically strong player, with a good long-range shot. This season he has made 18 appearances and one goal in the Premier League (not exactly a goal scorer) but in the last match (FA Cup) against Blackpool he didn't even take the field, a sign that he could leave Nottingham in this transfer window. His best seasons were in Germany with the Stuttgart shirt (109 appearances- 3 goals- 10 assists), with a one-year stint at Hamburg. Since 2022 he has been in the Belgian national team with 12 appearances.
The race for Mangala by Napoli and Juventus
Juventus needs to strengthen the midfield with a relatively young but already ready player. In addition to Samardzic and Jordan Henderson, Orel Mangala has also emerged who is 25 years old, an age of full football maturity, and for his characteristics could provide a valuable solution to Massimiliano Allegri. Napoli also needs to add a piece to the midfield, especially after Elmas's departure and Mangala is a hot name for the azzurri. Although Hamed Traorè seems ready to wear the champions' jersey and should already be in Italy in the next few hours.
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