It is a name that Napoli legend Diego Maradona would never want associated with his beloved club but, according to reports in Italy, the Azzurri are fighting for the signature of the Argentine’s enemy namesake Pele, from Inter Milan.

Maradona is undoubtedly the greatest player ever to wear the Napoli shirt, having led the southerners to two Scudetti in 1987 and 1990, and a UEFA Cup in 1989.

The Argentine has had an infamous, long-running feud with Brazilian icon Pele, but it seems he may have to get used to his beloved former club having a Pele among their ranks.

According to reports in Italy, Napoli are fighting it out with Genoa for the signing of Inter’s Portuguese youngster Pele.

The 20-year-old only arrived at San Siro last summer from Vitoria Guimares, but he is likely to exit Inter before the end of the transfer window either on loan or in a co-ownership arrangement.

Napoli and Genoa are looking to strengthen their midfields, and both have requested the player, thus leading to a fascinating tussle in the final hours of the market.

However Pele, who made 15 Serie A appearances last season, could still be used as a pawn in Inter’s deal for Porto winger Ricardo Quaresma.

Napoli have had an impressive transfer campaign this summer so far, bringing in Rinaudo (Palermo), Maggio (Sampdoria), Denis (Independiente), and Russotto (Bellinzona).

Ref From Anthony Sormani – goal.com