Napoli have reportedly cooled their interest in signing either Rasmus Højlund or Artem Dovbyk, with both strikers deemed too expensive for the Serie A side, according to multiple sources in the Italian press.

Manchester United forward Højlund had been identified as a potential replacement for the injured Romelu Lukaku, but Napoli have balked at the valuation set by the Premier League club. Likewise, interest in Artem Dovbyk — currently with AS Roma — has also cooled due to the high transfer fee required to secure the Ukrainian international.

Instead, Napoli have turned their attention to a more financially viable option. Reports today indicate that the club has reopened talks with the representatives of Andrea Pinamonti. The Sassuolo striker is available on a loan deal with a potential purchase clause, making the move significantly more manageable under Napoli’s current budget.

The 26-year-old Pinamonti spent last season on loan at Genoa, scoring 10 goals in 36 Serie A appearances. His proven experience in the Italian top flight and availability on flexible terms make him a realistic target as Napoli look to reinforce their attack ahead of the new campaign.