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Napoli centre back Kalidou Koulibaly 'will see what happens' in January transfer window as he continues to be linked with Premier League move

Dominant Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly 'will see what happens' in the January transfer window and appears open to leaving the Italian club.

The 29-year-old is regarded as one of the best centre backs in Europe and Manchester City were interested in him this summer but could not agree a deal.

Napoli demanded in excess of £70million, a price too steep for Koulibaly's suitors.

Kalidou Koulibaly is relaxed about his future amid interest from Premier League clubs

Kalidou Koulibaly is relaxed about his future amid interest from Premier League clubs

City even accidentally kept a template on their website that was set live when Ruben Dias joined, forgetting to take out Koulibaly's name, such was the long-held interest in the defender.