A potential family duel could be looming on the horizon: Giovanni Simeone, Napoli striker, has reportedly ended up in the sights of the Seville, ready to offer him the opportunity to play in La Liga.
The possible transfer would create a fascinating scenario, with the “Cholito” who could find himself challenging his father, Diego Pablo Simeone, coach of Atlético Madrid. The indiscretion comes from the Spanish sports daily Mark, which underlines the Andalusian club's interest in the Argentine striker, looking for a profile with his characteristics. However, the transfer seems complicated: Giovanni Simeone has a contract with Napoli until June 2026, and the Neapolitan club - coached by Antonio Conte – will lose such a valuable player.
In Italy since 2016, Giovanni Simeone has built a solid career, wearing the shirts of Genoa, Fiorentina, Cagliari, Verona and, finally, Napoli, where he has become an important part of the squad. According to Marca, Cholito has repeatedly expressed his desire to play in Spain, fueling the possibility of a future in La Liga.
Sevilla, currently in difficulty and looking for reinforcements, would be ready to offer him this opportunity, but convincing Napoli to let him leave in the January market seems like a difficult task. If the deal were to materialize, Giovanni Simeone could find himself experiencing a unique moment in his career: facing the team coached by his father, one of the most iconic figures in world football. A duel between "Cholito" and "Cholo" that certainly would not go unnoticed.
For now, however, these are just market suggestions. Napoli, which aims to confirm its competitiveness in Serie A and in Europe, he does not seem willing to give up one of his strikers, especially during the current season. Cholito's Spanish dream, at least for now, may have to wait.
Article published on 21 January 2025 - 13:21
