According to journalist Ekrem Konur, Ernest Poku is the subject of growing interest from SSC Napoli. Poku, who possesses both Dutch and Ghanaian nationality, is contracted to the German club until June 2030.

Ernest Poku, a 22-year-old winger from Bayer Leverkusen, is reportedly of interest to Napoli. This interest is part of a club strategy to invest in Under-23 players, with Poku being considered to strengthen the team's attack. The forward has scored 6 goals and provided 8 assists in Germany, and according to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €20.00m.