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By Shambhu Ajith

Modified Dec 23, 2018 13:15 GMT

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PSG make enquiry about Allan to Napoli

Allan in action for SSC Napoli in the UEFA Champions League

According to Calcio Mercato via Corriere Dello Sport, Paris Saint-Germain have made enquired about Allan's availability to Napoli as the Ligue 1 champions look for a replacement for Adrien Rabiot who is set to depart at the end of the season.

Rabiot looks all set to join Barcelona at the end of the season. Brazilian midfielder Allan has been in top form for Carlo Ancelotti's side and will be a worthy replacement for the Frenchman.

The report adds that Napoli are currently hesitant to let Allan leave. But that could change if they are able to sign Cagliari's Nicolo Barella. Napoli, however, will have to beat Inter Milan to Barella's signing as Il Nerazzurri have also been credited with an interest in the 21-year-old Italian.

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