Rafa Marin is set to join Napoli on a permanent deal from Real Madrid, with Los Blancos receiving over €10 million for the central defender. The youngster spent this past season on loan at Alaves, where he made 33 LaLiga appearances.
A return to Real Madrid was ruled out as an option as he wanted assurances over game time, and wanted to play regularly. Madrid are aware of his potential, and are pushing to include a buyback clause in his contract with Napoli.
Rafa Marin close to joining Napoli from Real Madrid
🚨🔵 Napoli and Real Madrid already reached an agreement in principle for Rafa Marín.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 25, 2024
It will take some days to get it signed as structure of the deal will also include a buy back clause.
Rafa Marín will sign his long term deal in the next days.
Here we go, soon 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/0ywaHOZ9O5
Standing tall at 1.91m, the 22-year-old will be able to provide a strong physical for Antonio Conte’s new-look Napoli. He has already represented Spain at various youth levels, and has extensive experience in the Primera Division.
After a breakout season at Alaves, it’ll be interesting to see how things turn out for the young defender at Napoli, and whether he will follow a similar career arc to Brahim Diaz. The attacking midfielder spent three seasons on loan at Milan before rejoining Madrid’s first team.
The two clubs are close to wrapping up the negotiations, with a final agreement expected within this week.
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