Philip Billing will join Napoli on loan

Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing is set to join Napoli on loan until the end of the season.

Gianluca di Marzio confirmed that the two clubs have agreed on a loan with an option to buy. The 28-year-old midfielder has already traveled to Naples, and yesterday he underwent a medical examination at the Italian club.

Billing will look to play regularly for the Italian side and it remains to be seen if he will make his mark at Napoli. They are one of the biggest clubs in Italy and the opportunity to play for them will be quite exciting for the midfielder. The 28-year-old is at the peak of his powers and will look to make an immediate impact in Italian football.

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Philip Billing could be a useful addition

The midfielder will help Napoli with his physical appearance, presence and defensive contribution. The Italian side needed more depth in the middle of the park and the 28-year-old will be a cheap acquisition for them.

If he can impress during the second half of the season, Napoli could look to sign him permanently at the end of the season. The player was linked to Leeds a few months ago.

Whether he will quickly adapt to Italian football remains to be seen. The 28-year-old has shown his quality in the Premier League and there is no doubt that he has the ability to succeed in Italy. Newcastle United wanted to sign him last year.

He is no longer a regular starter for the Cherries and a loan makes sense for him. He will try to get his career back on track and regain his form and confidence. Napoli could definitely help him in that. Working with a world-class manager like Antonio Conte could bring out the best in players.