Man United ‘eye double swoop for Napoli stars’, as Red Devils ‘send scouts to watch duo in action for Antonio Conte’s side’

Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing two Napoli stars after sending their scouts to watch the Serie A side in action.

Napoli have made a flying start to the new season, taking 19 points from their opening eight matches to move top of the table.

And United’s scouts watched their latest victory as Antonio Conte‘s men edged past Empoli 1-0 on Sunday.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot, and United are keen on signing him and defender Alessandro Buongiorno, according to Tutto Mercato Web.

Kvaratskhelia starred for Georgia at the Euros this summer after helping Napoli win their first Serie A title in 33 years in 2023.

They are also keen on signing Napoli defender Alessandro Buongiorno (pictured)

Erik ten Hag is eyeing a double swoop following his side’s disappointing start to the season

He has a contract with Napoli until 2027, but is reportedly asking for €8m-a-year (£6.7m) to sign a new contract, which is more than four times his current salary.

It remains to be seen whether Napoli are willing to meet Kvaratskhelia’s demands after Conte considered him unsellable in the summer, but United could offer him a wage boost in order to tempt him to Old Trafford.

Meanwhile, Buongiorno only joined Napoli from Torino in the most recent transfer window for €40m (£33m) and has played a pivotal role in his team’s early season success.

Napoli have only conceded five goals in their opening eight Serie A fixtures with Buongiorno at the heart of their defence.

It is understood that the Italian giants would want a fee in excess of €70m (£58m) to even consider selling Buongiorno.

Kvaratskhelia and Buongiorno have starred under Antonio Conte at Napoli this season

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