Marianucci tears knee ligament, Napoli hit by defensive crisis

Napoli's backline is in tatters as third centre-back Luca Marianucci faces two months out.

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What happened. Luca Marianucci suffered a high-grade tear of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee during a pre-season friendly against Celta Vigo, ruling him out for around two months.

• Third centre-back lost this summer, after Buongiorno and Beukema injuries.
• Only Rrahmani and Marín are fit central defenders, with Olivera as cover.
• Napoli pushing for Chelsea's Badiashile, but clubs differ on loan vs permanent.

Napoli are urgently seeking defensive reinforcements before the Serie A opener against Genoa.

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