Serie A: Antonio Conte is Napoli’s success architect, but can they keep it?
After all, Scudetto arrived. Against all disputes, despite the departure of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in January, despite the underestimating replacement in Noah Okaph, and despite the transfer market that did not give the reinforcements he had requested, Antonio Conte did it again.
Naples He claimed their second series A title in three years, comprising half the total load of the club four Scudetti. A magical moment for Naples fans, who are living what feels like a dream dream.
Scott McTominay (The season player after an extraordinary campaign), Romelu LukakuAndre-Franck Angissa, Alex Bret, Matteo politano And many other players contributed to this extraordinary campaign.
But the real architect, the undisputed star, has been shire. At the moment, he is the most beloved figure in Naples. And yet, his future depends on balance. Juventus are making strong and firm overtaking while President Aureliio Lawrence And the city of Naples is pulling all the stops to persuade him to stay.
Not staying yet
De Laurentiis is playing his Trump’s cards, starting with the sensational tracking of Kevin de BruyneOne of the most crucial and talented players in world football in recent years.
Despite the latest physical issues, De Bruyne remains a world -class player, capable of writing more glorious chapters in Naples history. And, as the saying goes, the appetite comes with eating.
There is a growing sense that De Laurentiis is determined to support Conte with a team worthy of his ambitions, signaling a desire to start a new, winner cycle, just as Conte did in Turin with Juventus.
If there is a man who can redefine the fate of a club, promoting a winning mentality and giving immediate results, is Antonio Conte. It is no coincidence that Juventus are desperate to restore it, and Naples are just as desperate to keep it.
Even players are doing everything they can to persuade him to remain in Campania. Just a few days ago, they all seemed to be located: back to Juventus, Max Allegri to Naples. But recent developments may have reorganized the deck. We will see.
As Napoli celebrates, Milan mourns. While Inter eventually lost in Skudetto, however, the dream of the Champions League glory remains alive.
All eyes in the Nerazzurri camp, starting with Simone Inzaghiare fixed on that crucial European night. Inzaghi has withdrawn interest from several clubs, including a massive offer from Al Hilal, which he has not denied or rejected (still). But first comes the final. First comes the night that can redefine his heritage at Inter.
Winning the Champions League with this team, a team full of talent, yes, but certainly not as deep or strong as some of Europe’s elites would be a monumental feat. Only the last achievement again is an important achievement. That night will be a test of steel hearts. Inter can still dream, and Inzaghi can still have a last magical night as the leader of Nerazzurri.
Scudetto went to Naples. Conte was better, more encouraged, sharper, stronger. But Inzaghi and his players still have a blow to immortality. One last night of dreams awaits them.
In the meantime, Napoli celebrates, rightly, and will continue to do so for a long time. Inter will now return to Europe in search of their joy.