Napoli President Backs Conte Amid Resignation Rumors

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has firmly dismissed speculation surrounding manager Antonio Conte’s potential resignation, calling the reports a “fake story” following the team’s recent struggles in Serie A. The Italian club, which secured the Scudetto under Conte last season, has hit a rough patch, drawing 1-1 with Venezia in their latest match, leaving them outside the top four.

Conte’s post-match remarks, where he admitted, “I’m not doing a good job” and criticized his players’ lack of determination, sparked concerns about his future. However, De Laurentiis issued a strong statement of support, expressing pride in having Conte alongside the club and squad. He described the manager as a “guarantee” for Napoli’s ambitions, highlighting their shared commitment to success.

The Italian tactician, renowned for winning five Serie A titles across three clubs and leading Juventus to a Champions League final, remains under pressure as Napoli remains winless in their last four league games. Despite the current dip, De Laurentiis’ backing suggests short-term stability for Conte. The club may look to the January transfer window for reinforcements to reverse their fortunes and maintain their competitive edge in the title race.