Napoli have already released one unwanted player in attack, Walid Cheddira, to Avellino for €2.5m plus bonus. The Partenopei are now hoping to offload Lang, who spent half of last season on loan at Galatasaray. If Lang is sold, Napoli can secure a replacement more suited to coach Max Allegri's football, potentially for circa €25m.

Woltemade is the latest name on Napoli's list, although it would only be possible if Newcastle United let the German go on loan. Newcastle paid €75m to buy Woltemade from Stuttgart only a year ago, making it a significant ask for Napoli.