Thursday, 16th January, 2014
Napoli are stepping up their pursuit of Hellas Verona midfielder Jorginho by sending their sporting director to Milan to meet the player's agent.
The Azzurri are pushing to do a deal for the Brazil-born schemer, but face serious opposition from English giants Liverpool, while fellow Serie A outfit Fiorentina are also in the race.
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Now, according to Sky Italia, Napoli sporting director Riccardo Bigon is heading for a meeting with Jorginho's agent as the Azzurri attempt to wrap up a deal before their competitors.
Napoli are extremely active in the transfer market this month and are also talking to Tottenham Hotspur over midfielder Etienne Capoue, while a centre-back remains a potential acquisition.
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Jorginho, who helped Verona to win promotion from Serie B last season, has shone in Serie A in the current campaign.
The 22-year-old has found the back of the net seven times in 18 Serie A games, while he has also provided four assists.
Jorginho's contract with Verona runs until 2016.
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