Lewis Ferguson, currently playing for Bologna and having been made captain, is linked with a move to Napoli due to his impressive performances in Serie A. Bologna values him at €30 million (£25m), and there is a 20% sell-on clause in his contract that would benefit Aberdeen with £4 million if the transfer happens. AC Milan's sporting director Zlatan Ibrahimovic is reportedly a big fan of Ferguson.

Napoli was also interested in Ferguson, but they were second in line after Juventus. The injury will likely affect their interest as well.

The Italian-Brazilian coach Thiago Motta would like to coach him again next season at Juventus, with which he has a basic agreement. However, Napoli has also shown interest and has already started the first contacts with the Scottish national's manager.