Insigne signs new Napoli deal

Lorenzo Insigne has ended speculation linking the attacker with a move to the Premier League by signing a new contract at Napoli.

Liverpool and Arsenal were reportedly interested in the Italy international, who has committed his future to the Serie A side until 2022.

Insigne – who has hit 14 league goals and recorded seven assists for Napoli in Serie A this season – was delighted to confirm he will be staying at the club.

“I’m happy: my childhood dream has finally come true,” Insigne said at a press conference. “I must say thanks to [coach Maurizio] Sarri and my team-mates if I’m recognised as a leader of this squad.

#Insigne @ADeLaurentiis  #ForzaNapoliSempre  pic.twitter.com/0YtX88fjYx

— Official SSC Napoli (@en_sscnapoli) April 22, 2017

“We’re on the right path: we’ve got the will to win. For our amazing fans, for this outstanding club.

“I’d like to thank all my coaches. A special mention to [Zdenek] Zeman who made me become a footballer. Working under coach Sarri is an honour. I’m pretty sure he can lead us to something important.

“The renewal is filling me with joy. It’s emotional: only few years ago I wasn’t even thinking about this opportunity, the biggest dream.”

@ADeLaurentiis: “I’m happy cause we have a group of extraordinary players”  #ForzaNapoliSempre

— Official SSC Napoli (@en_sscnapoli) April 22, 2017