Antonio Conte (foto: uradna spletna stran kluba)
In a season that has seen Napoli struggle to capitalize on their previous Serie A triumph, club president Aurelio De Laurentiis is on a mission to restore the team to its former glory.
The key to this ambitious project? None other than the fiery and celebrated coach, Antonio Conte. However, luring Conte to Napoli involves more than just an attractive vision; it demands a substantial financial commitment.
As Napoli finds itself in an unfamiliar eighth place in the Serie A standings, De Laurentiis recognizes the urgent need for a coaching change. With Francesco Calzono's tenure ending, Antonio Conte emerges as the top candidate to take the helm. Yet, convincing Conte to join the Neapolitan side is no small feat. Reports suggest that initial negotiations must start at a baseline of eight million euros in annual salary—a testament to the financial stakes involved in appointing a coach of Conte's caliber.
Beyond the coaching conundrum, De Laurentiis is also in pursuit of a new sporting director, with Frederic Massara topping his list of desired candidates. However, ensuring alignment between Massara and Conte could pose another challenge, given Conte's previous preference for Gianluca Petrachi during earlier discussions about taking over Napoli.