Overview

• Intensive talks were held on Wednesday, with reports indicating the transfer could be finalised within 24 hours.
• Manchester United insisted on an obligation-to-buy clause after initially receiving a loan proposal without it.
• Football Italia reports Napoli are prepared to accept the obligation, replacing an earlier plan for a €45m option tied to triggers.
• Napoli accelerated their pursuit after Romelu Lukaku sustained a serious injury that is expected to keep him out for months.
• Rasmus Hojlund has missed three straight matchday squads for United as Benjamin Sesko steps into the role, though he has continued to show public support for teammates.