Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 13 Aug 2026
Napoli improve Badiashile offer but Chelsea hold out
Napoli's increased bid for Badiashile still hasn't convinced Chelsea, who want more bonuses.
B. Badiashile
player
Player
Benoit Badiashile
Position
Centre-back
Current club
Chelsea
Linked club
Napoli
Reported fee
€3m loan, €20m option
What happened. Napoli have increased their offer for Badiashile to a €3m loan fee and a €20m option to buy, but Chelsea have not accepted and are holding out for more bonus clauses.
- Napoli need defensive reinforcements due to injuries to Buongiorno, Beukema, and Marianucci.
- Chelsea initially wanted a €15m obligation to buy or an €18-20m option.
- No agreement on the buy fee or whether it will be an option or obligation.
Napoli are desperate to strengthen their back line before the 2026-27 season starts.
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