Marek Hamsik says Napoli will emerge stronger from the sale of Gonzalo Higuain to Juventus.

He was linked to a variety of teams for a move this summer, but he ended up renewing his contract until 2020.

“My priority was always this team," Hamsik told Corriere della Sera. “I was only waiting for the conclusion of the meetings and now we've found a solution, if rather suddenly.

“There are always several rumours surrounding me when the market window opens, but I'm used to that. I think only of Napoli, because they are among the top 15 clubs in the world.

“We developed together and probably the greatest joy is yet to come. A Scudetto or a success in Europe, who knows."