Napoli Striker Simeone Credits Successes to ‘Great’ Full-Backs
Napoli striker Giovanni Simeone has particularly praised the team's strengths on the wings, picking out two full-back protagonists he believes are key to the team’s successes.
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Napoli Official Anticipates More Contract Renewals
Napoli recently prolonged the contracts for Alex Meret and Alessio Zerbin, and the extensions will keep coming. Stanislav Lobotka is next in line, and a few more players will get new contracts relatively soon. Giuntoli commented: "We are in talks with the players whose deals expire in 2024 and 2015."
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Insigne Discusses Bond with Napoli, Exit and Di Lorenzo
Despite the move to Toronto FC, Lorenzo Insigne remains very attached to Napoli. The attacker spoke about his tie to the city in an interview: "I miss playing with the Azzurri, but I have made my choice and I don’t regret it. I’m their first fan, and that’s my home."
Di Lorenzo Voices Desire for Long-Term Napoli Stay
Napoli right-back Giovanni Di Lorenzo has affirmed his love for the Partenopei by disclosing that he would like to stay at the club until the end of his career. The Italian international is currently in his third season with the club, having joined in 2019.
Napoli Youngster Zanoli Comes Through in Challenging Spot
With Giovanni Di Lorenzo on the mend, Alessandro Zanoli got his first start for Napoli against Atalanta, and he made the most of his opportunity. The fullback held his own in the back. Moreover, he initiated the action that led to the early penalty kick with an accurate through ball for Dries Mertens.
Veretout Agent Rules Out Napoli Move, Roma Eye Substitute
Jordan Veretout might leave Roma in the summer considering his demotion, but he will not join Napoli. His agent Mario Giuffredi openly admitted it: “They will not sign that kind of player. They already have experienced contributors in the role, and they prefer going after youngsters."
Mancini to Consider His Azzurri Future with World Cup Flop
Despite a long-term contract, the future of Roberto Mancini will be at stake in the World Cup playoffs. The coach will seriously mull over stepping down if the Azzurri failed to qualify for Qatar 2022, missing out on the second straight edition. The gaffer had to replace one of his trusted defenders.
Agent Confirms Napoli Interest in Verona Standout Defender
Napoli are one of the teams chasing after Nicolò Casale, who will be in high demand in the summer. Milan are also eyeing the Verona center-back, while Lazio came very close to signing him in January. The 24-year-old has had an excellent rookie season in Serie A, and his price tag is still reasonable.
Napoli vs Verona 1-1: Nine-Man Mastini Hold Partenopei
Verona's impressive performances against top teams continued as they held Napoli to a 1-1 draw at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona today.