Naples monitoring Paris FC midfielder Patrick Zabi

Naples are closely tracking Paris FC midfielder Patrick Zabi, with the Italian club considering whether to make an approach for the 20-year-old Ivory Coast international in the coming months.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Napoli are impressed by Zabi’s profile after his move to Paris FC during the summer in a deal estimated at 25 million euros. The club’s interest could develop into a formal approach, although no decision has yet been made.

Zabi has found it difficult to establish himself in the Paris FC midfield since arriving in the French capital. He has faced strong competition for a place, particularly in the plans of manager Liam Rosenior, and has not started a match so far this season.

The midfielder has made eight appearances, but has played only 115 minutes in total. That lack of regular football could influence Paris FC’s plans during the winter transfer window.

A permanent departure this winter appears unlikely, given the size of the investment made by the French club. Paris FC could instead consider a loan move, allowing Zabi to gain valuable playing time and continue his development in a team where he would have greater responsibility.

Zabi’s current market value is estimated at 20 million euros by Transfermarkt. While Naples continue to follow his progress, the winter window may therefore be used primarily to assess the options available for the Ivory Coast midfielder rather than to bring an immediate end to his time in Paris.

The midfielder earns an annual salary of 2,180,000 euros, equivalent to 1,417,000,000 FCFA, in France.

Paris FC are due to face Angers in their next match, their 11th game of the French championship.