Napoli awaiting conclusion of Koulibaly talks with Man City while set to battle Arsenal for replacement Gabriel

Napoli have not backed off Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes, but they have requested time to await developments from the 1997-born Brazilian. Napoli are waiting in fact to learn if the deal with City for Koulibaly will close. In the meanwhile there is interest in Gabriel from Arsenal, who are looking to reach an agreement for the player. The gunners are formulating their offer while the departure of technical director Raul Sanllehi has slowed down a possible closing. Further, there could be eventual competition from United for Gabriel.