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Leandro Damiao's move to Napoli cancelled

06 August 2013 - 19:30

Brazilian striker Leandro Damiao's proposed move from Internacional to Napoli has been called off at the last minute. Napoli signed Gonzalo Higuain and had hoped to partner him with Damiao.

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  • However, it is understood that Napoli have decided to pursue other targets after already signing Argentine forward Gonzalo Higuain.<br />

    Damiao has long been linked with a move to Tottenham, who have themselves turned to another target after signing Roberto Soldado.<br />

    "There were negotiations with Napoli, but the inherent difficulties tied in to sponsorship contracts and image rights made it impossible to reach a deal with Aurelio De Laurentiis," said Damiao's agent Vinicius Prates<br />

    "The club preferred to sign Higuain, so now Damiao is working hard with Internacional while he waits for a great proposal from Europe."


    Written by James Turnbull




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