Napoli are reportedly in the midst of discussions with Internazionale regarding a possible deal for Brazilian striker Adriano…

The 26-year-old is currently on loan at Sao Paulo, his third temporary switch since joining Inter in 2001.

According to Controcampo, Napoli were in line to pick up the former Flamengo forward this summer following the expiry of his rocky spell with the Tricolor.

But the change in management at San Siro could upset those plans, as new coach Jose Mourinho may wish to recall Adriano to the Nerazzurri squad.

Inter president Massimo Moratti is favourable to the idea of keeping the erratic hitman in Italy, as the best spells of his troubled career have come during his time in Serie A, particular during his two-season stay at Parma.

Adriano moving to the San Paolo could also give Inter the opportunity to claim first option on Napoli duo Marek Hamsik and Ezequiel Lavezzi, whose efforts last season earned strong interest from a host of top European clubs.
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