Giovane joins Napoli from Verona in €20m deal

Originally posted on Football Italia | By Susy Campanale | Last updated Jan 24, 2026 1:41 PM ET

Giovane has officially completed his transfer to Napoli from Hellas Verona, in a deal believed to be worth €20m, and could make his debut against Juventus tomorrow.

As always, Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis broke the news first on his X account, formerly known as Twitter, followed by the club.

Benvenuto Giovane!

— AurelioDeLaurentiis (@ADeLaurentiis) January 24, 2026

The statements from both clubs confirm this is a definitive transfer, not a loan with option or obligation to buy.

It is widely believed to be worth a total package of €20m including various performance-related bonuses.

Giovane set for new Napoli experience

VERONA, ITALY – DECEMBER 06: Giovane of Hellas Verona looks on during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and Atalanta BC at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on December 06, 2025 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

The 22-year-old Brazilian only came to Italy for Verona as a free agent from Corinthians over the summer, so this represents a huge profit for the Stadio Bentegodi side.

Giovane made a big impact in Serie A, scoring three goals and providing four assists in 21 top flight appearances.

VERONA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 23: Giovane of Hellas Verona celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with teammate Amin Sarr during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and Parma Calcio 1913 at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on November 23, 2025 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

A versatile striker, he can play as a centre-forward, a support striker, or on the right wing.

He completed his medical tests in Milan today and the contract was deposited in time for him to potentially make his debut against Juventus on Sunday evening.

This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.

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