Napoli and Nottingham Forest are reportedly engaged in complex negotiations involving multiple players, according to a report from Il Mattino. What began as an inquiry for striker Lorenzo Lucca has expanded to include Dan Ndoye and Mathias Olivera.
The Core Deal: Lorenzo Lucca
Nottingham Forest has formally submitted an offer to sign Lucca on loan with an option to buy. However, the deal could evolve into a larger multi-player swap or package as both clubs look to address specific squad needs.
The Potential Exchange
The negotiations now involve two additional high-profile names:
- Mathias Olivera (Napoli to Forest): Forest has expressed interest in the Uruguayan left wing-back to strengthen their defensive flanks.
- Dan Ndoye (Forest to Napoli): To facilitate the deal for Olivera, Forest may offer Ndoye to the Italian giants. Napoli are long-term admirers of the Swiss winger and attempted to sign him from Bologna last summer before he moved to the Premier League.
Why the Move Makes Sense for Ndoye
Despite Forest winning the race for his signature in the summer, Ndoye has struggled for consistent game time under Nuno Espírito Santo:
| Statistic | 2025/26 Season Totals |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 23 (All competitions) |
| Premier League Minutes | 344 |
| Output | 2 Goals, 1 Assist |
Negotiation Hurdles
Earlier this month, Sky Sport Italia indicated that Forest was reluctant to let Ndoye leave. However, the inclusion of Mathias Olivera in the discussion appears to have softened their stance, as they look for a creative way to land the Napoli defender while offloading a player currently seeing limited minutes.
Summary of Interests:
- Nottingham Forest wants: Lorenzo Lucca and Mathias Olivera.
- Napoli wants: To offload Lucca (on their terms) and finally land Dan Ndoye.
