Napoli set to make new offer for Lens defender Danso

Serie A champions Napoli are not ready to back down and are now gearing up to make a fresh offer in pursuit of Lens defender Kevin Danso, according to Tuttomercatoweb.

Initial attempts to secure the services of the centre-back hit a snag as Lens’ asking price seemed too much for the Partenopei. 

However, Napoli’s determination to strengthen their backline has not wavered, and they are now ready to renew their pursuit of the defender.

Napoli planned to sign a Kim Min-Jae replacement early enough but have yet to get any of their targets through the door adding urgency to their efforts to sign Danso. 

With only three weeks left before the Serie A season kicks off, Napoli are keen on finalising their defensive reinforcements swiftly.

Danso’s name has gained traction among the Napoli higher-ups, and there is a growing belief that he could be the perfect addition to the squad. 

The 24-year-old seems keen on the move as he has reportedly agreed on personal terms with the Italian giants.

Napoli manager Rudi Garcia is reportedly a massive admirer of Danso and has pushed for the club to make the deal happen. 

Contacts between Napoli and Lens have already been initiated in recent days, and the Partenopei will press forward with another bid.

With the new bid, the Partenopei want to bridge the gap between Lens’ asking price and Napoli’s valuation. Napoli’s confidence is high, and they believe their improved proposal can secure Danso’s signature.

Min-Jae was crucial for the Italian side as they won the league title last season, winning the Serie A Defender of the Year award, but he has moved to Bayern Munich. They need to bring in a replacement fast.

Danso is an exciting replacement after his stellar performances to help Lens finish second in Ligue 1 last season, one point behind champions Paris Saint-Germain.

The Austrian defender, playing on the left side of Franck Haise’s defence, helped his side keep 15 clean sheets in 37 appearances while winning 64% of his duels. 

Danso made the Ligue 1 Team of the Year and can be a stellar signing if Napoli can sign him with their new offer.