Some Napoli supporters are trying to run Luciano Spalletti out of town and hung a banner outside the stadium: “We will give you your Panda back, as long as you leave.” The date refers to when the car of the coach was stolen. The signature says “Mariuoli,” which means thieves.
The Azzurri faithful have heavily criticized the squad for failing to keep up with Inter and Milan in the Scudetto race. They threw eggs at their bus before the most recent home game, Corriere dello Sport informs. The Curva did not mince word with another sign on the anniversary of their last title: “May 10th 1987: 35 years ago, other men, other values. Of the current [expletive], we preserve just the colors.”
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has occasionally taken digs at Spalletti. However, all indications are that he will stay at the helm next season. The chairman discussed the coach at a ceremony to unveil another Diego Maradona statue two days ago: “He is a high-level employee. I did not sign him to make just a cameo. We agreed to a two-year contract with a club option. He did not buy a house in Naples, but he should let the spirit of the city enters his head and soul. He would not be able to resist it if he did. We should let him get settled and work. He is a formidable gaffer and a serious professional. I have nothing to object to him. I believe to have made another right choice.”