Napoli defender Elseid Hysaj has been speaking to Radio Kiss Kiss on Saturday’s big match against Roma at the San Paolo. The Albanian international explained that; “We want to beat Roma to give Milik some joy during this difficult period, we hope he makes a speedy recovery”.
 

He continued; “We are very focused on the game and we give 100% in the San Paolo on Saturday. This is a great group of players and we are close both on and off the field. Whoever replaces Milik will have some big shoes to fill. Gabbiadini? He is an important player and I’m sure he will do well when he is called upon”.  

Hysaj recently signed a contract extension at the club until 2021 with the option for a further 12 months after that. His impressive performances at Euro 2016 prompted some of Europe’s heavyweight clubs to make enquiries as to his availability. His new deal is thought to have a buy-out clause that only applies to clubs outside of Italy.


Steve Mitchell @barafundler