
"Napoli" officially announced that they have acquired another football player from Real Madrid - defender Raul Albiol. Rumors about the possible transfer of the Spanish national team member to Italy have been circulating for a long time. As reported, Napoli paid 12 million euros for the defender, and the Spaniard signed a four-year contract. "Napoli" president also confirmed this information a few days ago, then R. Albiol, according to Aurelio De Laurentiis, had to undergo a medical examination. The 27-year-old footballer arrived in Madrid in 2009 from the Valencia team. The Spaniard was not a regular starting player and played 117 matches and scored 2 goals in four seasons. Earlier, "Napoli" also reinforced their team with Real Madrid striker Jose Callejon, and it is also reported that Gonzalo Higuain may join his former teammates.