Travel to Italy: neither Madrid nor Premier, Florentino doesn't activate the clause to sign him

Miguel Gutiérrez's future has already been decided. Girona's left-back won't return to Real Madrid, even though the club had a buy-back clause.

He also won't pack his bags for England, where several Premier League teams had shown interest. His destination is Serie A and Napoli will be his next team.

The Italian club, which has secured Antonio Conte's continuity on the bench, has strongly backed the left-back developed at La Fábrica. Conte wants him as a key piece to strengthen the left flank and has been decisive in the operation.

Xabi Alonso closes the door on him

According to sources close to the player, Miguel had a direct conversation with Xabi Alonso. Real Madrid's new coach told him that he isn't part of its plans for next season. This decision has sped up events.

The player didn't want to wait any longer with his future hanging in the air and has decided to accept Napoli's offer. It was a well-thought-out choice, with the intention of continuing to grow away from the spotlight of Valdebebas.

The transfer will be closed at around €35 million. Of that amount, half will go to Real Madrid, thanks to a clause included in the agreement for his departure to Girona. Thus, the club will receive €15 million without making a move or including the player in its plans.

Despite having two good seasons in LaLiga, Real Madrid has chosen not to exercise its buy-back option. The coach and the board's greatest desire is the arrival of Álvaro Carreras, who will be signed after the Club World Cup.

A new challenge in southern Italy

At just 23 years old, Miguel Gutiérrez will now face one of the biggest challenges of his career. He will wear Napoli's jersey, an ambitious club that has just managed to win Serie A and will play in the Champions League next season.

There, with Conte's trust and a solid project, he will have minutes, responsibility, and a real opportunity to establish himself in the elite.