Abdul Fatawu Issahaku: Italian Serie A Giants Interestd in Ghanaian Winger
- Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has steadily drawn interest from a European giant, turning January into a potentially pivotal month
- His stunning long-range goal against Ipswich did more than make headlines, it sent a clear statement
- The Leicester City winger could soon add his name to the growing list of Ghanaian players to have featured in Serie A
SSC Napoli are gearing up for a bold push in the winter transfer window, with plans underway to land a new attacking option valued at €25 million.
According to Fichajes, the Italian side have identified Abdul Fatawu Issahaku as a central figure in their January recruitment strategy.
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As Fichajes stated, Napoli view the Leicester City winger as a priority target and are eager to move quickly to secure his services.
The Serie A outfit believe reinforcements are urgently needed out wide, with the current squad lacking balance, cutting edge, and attacking depth in key moments this season.
Fatawu fits Napoli’s attacking blueprint
Napoli’s sporting department is convinced that the Ghanaian winger ticks all the required boxes. The 21-year-old offers pace, directness, and flair, qualities the club feels have been missing from its wing play.
Despite Leicester competing in the Championship, Fatawu has continued to impress in a demanding environment.
His ability to beat defenders in one-on-one situations, stretch defences during transitions, and deliver end product from either flank has accelerated Napoli’s interest.
The 2022/23 Serie A winners believe the Leicester City asset can make an immediate impact in Italy without needing a prolonged adaptation period.
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Fatawu Issahaku's 2025/26 stats and value
Fatawu’s performances this season have only strengthened Napoli’s resolve. According to Transfermarkt, the youngster has featured in 23 competitive matches, contributing four goals and six assists as of December 31, 2025.
Meanwhile, Leicester City have made their stance clear, placing a €25 million valuation on Fatawu. Rather than deterring Napoli, the price tag has reportedly been accepted internally as fair market value.
Fatawu’s attacking qualities - including his ability to strike from long range - suggest he could prove a real bargain for Napoli, especially after recently stunning Ipswich with a sensational 65-yard wonder goal, as The Sun covered.
From Leicester’s point of view, a sale could come at the right time. According to Fichajes, offloading Fatawu would free up funds to reinforce other areas of the squad under Martí Cifuentes.
Although losing a key attacking asset would hurt on the pitch, the financial boost could aid a squad overhaul and sustain the club’s Championship ambitions.
For the club once graced by Diego Maradona, targeting Fatawu underlines a broader strategy of backing young, high-performing talents with significant upside. If completed, the move would signal Napoli’s intent to rebuild strongly and stay competitive at the top level.
It will also present an opportunity for Abdul Fatawu Issahaku to showcase his talent in a league where the likes of Stephen Appiah, Mohammed Gargo, Sulley Muntari, Asamoah Gyan, and Kwadwo Asamoah played in the past.
Bortey and Fatawu's own-half goals
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported on the striking similarities between Bernard Don Bortey’s iconic own-half goal for Hearts of Oak against Santos in 2004 and Abdul Fatawu’s recent long-range screamer for Leicester City against Ipswich in the Championship.
The jaw-dropping strikes have since sparked lively debate among Ghanaian fans, with many arguing over which goal was more audacious, technically superior, and worthy of being called the greatest long-range effort by a Ghanaian.
Source: YEN.com.gh
