Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing is set to join Napoli on loan until the end of the season.
Gianluca Di Marzio He confirmed that the two clubs agreed on a loan deal with an option to buy. The 28-year-old midfielder has already traveled to Napoli and completed his medical with the Italian club yesterday.
Billing will look to play regularly for the Italian side, and it remains to be seen if he can make his mark with Napoli. They are one of the biggest clubs in Italy and the opportunity to play for them would be very exciting for the midfielder. The 28-year-old is at the peak of his abilities and will be looking to make an immediate impact in Italian football.
Philip Billing would be a useful addition
The midfielder will help Napoli with his physical strength, presence and defensive contributions. The Italian side needed more depth in midfield and the 28-year-old would be a cheap buy for them.
If he can impress during the second half of the season, Napoli could then look to sign him permanently at the end of the season. He was the player Linked to Leeds for a few months.
It remains to be seen whether he will be able to adapt to Italian football quickly. The 28-year-old has shown his quality in the Premier League and there is no doubt that he has the potential to succeed in Italy as well. Newcastle United wanted to sign him last year.
He is no longer a regular starter for the Cherries and a loan spell made sense for him. He will be looking to get his career back on track and regain his form and confidence. Napoli can certainly help him do that. Working with a world-class coach like Antonio Conte can bring out the best in a player.
