Dodo a strong option for Inter after Palestra loss, also wanted by Napoli
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Inter are considering a move for Dodo following their loss to Palestra, while Napoli are also reportedly interested in the player.
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Attributed to original sourceFiorentina right-back Dodo is emerging as the most likely candidate for Inter now that Chelsea beat them to Marco Palestra, but there is also interest from Napoli.
The Nerazzurri were all set to spend €45m plus €5m in add-ons to get Palestra from Atalanta, only to be massively out-bid by Chelsea last night at €60m including bonuses.
Dodo on Inter and Napoli radar FLORENCE, ITALY – DECEMBER 11: Domilson Cordeiro dos Santos known as Dodo of ACF Fiorentina in action during the UEFA Conference League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between ACF Fiorentina and FC Dynamo Kyiv at Stadio Artemio Franchi on December 11, 2025 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) Now they are forced to find alternatives and Sportitalia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà claims that the favourite is to be found within Serie A.
Dodo is only under contract with Fiorentina until June 2027 and negotiations for a renewal have been difficult.
With that in mind, the price-tag is said to be around €15m, which is considerably cheaper than Palestra.
Once again, Inter are not the only club interested in his services, as Dodo is also seen as an option for Max Allegri’s Napoli.
Their first choice would be Anan Khalaili of Union Saint-Gilloise, so the Brazilian is a back-up choice.
The 27-year-old was purchased from Shakhtar Donetsk for €15.4m in 2022 and in the current campaign he notched up two goals with three assists in 47 games for Fiorentina.
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What happened
Inter are evaluating Dodo as a potential reinforcement after their defeat to Palestra. The Brazilian is seen as a strong option to strengthen the squad, but competition for his signature is fierce, with Napoli also expressing interest. The situation suggests Dodo could be a target in the upcoming transfer window as both Serie A clubs look to bolster their ranks.
Chance analysis
Dodo being pursued by two top Serie A clubs signals strong market demand for the player. Inter's interest appears partly driven by a need to respond to a disappointing result, which could accelerate their transfer activity. Napoli's parallel interest may drive up the price and create a bidding scenario, meaning Inter may need to act quickly to secure the player.
Dodo's potential transfer would strengthen whichever Serie A club signs him, with Inter's interest being reactive to recent poor results.
If Dodo joins Inter, expect a defensive boost; if he joins Napoli, it could shift Serie A competitive balance.