Juventus striker Marcelo Zalayeta wants a permanent deal at Napoli.

The Uruguay international has scored seven goals on-loan at Napoli this season and declared: "My career has finally begun in Naples and with this shirt I can achieve the most important things in my life.

"My desire is to play here for a long time, Juventus know that this is my intention. With this club I have found great professionalism and support. They have given me the esteem and confidence that I needed."