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Napoli chief reveals talks over Barca & Dortmund target Piatek

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has revealed that he has opened talks over the signing of Genoa sensation Krzysztof Piatek.

Piatek leads the Serie A goalscoring charts this season with nine strikes in seven games, turning him into one of Europe's most sought-after young strikers.

The 23-year-old has attracted reported interest from some of the continent's top teams, with Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund among his alleged suitors.

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Napoli, however, are looking to steal a march on their rivals, with De Laurentiis confirming he is negotiating a bid.

"I have spoke with both [Genoa president] Preziosi and his agent, now we have to meet," the Napoli chief told reporters on Monday.