What’s Really Going On With Conte in Naples? You Won’t Believe It! (Carratelli) – ilNapolista

  In the realm of Serie A, the narrative surrounding Napoli under the stewardship of Antonio Conte is anything but ordinary. In a recent piece, Mimmo Carratelli, writing for the Corriere dello Sport, sheds light on how the side’s quest for the Scudetto is largely owed to Conte’s influence. He reflects on a statement from the manager, who asserted, "It’s being portrayed as normal when it’s anything but. Selling your best players? That’s not normal. Injuries? That’s not normal either." What Conte is achieving with Napoli stands alone in comparison to his past triumphs with Juventus, Chelsea, and Inter. The only comparable situation might be Juventus in the 2011-12 season, who rose from seventh place with Conte’s guidance. While Napoli boasts the tightest defence in the league, its attacking options have been compromised with the absence of key players like Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia. Nevertheless, Conte has fostered a squad that is united under his rigorous training regimen. Conte’s undeniable prowess as a leader—connecting the locker room and the pitch while expertly managing communications—proves essential as Napoli grapples with the mighty Inter and a determined Atalanta. This feat is particularly impressive given the tumult of the previous season and the pressures of competing at the top tier. No one anticipated Napoli to be a title contender when the season began, but Conte’s arrival has proven pivotal. His aim is not to merely float in the standings but to contend vigorously, and whether he’s on the cusp of victory remains a tremendous undertaking. Rivals regard Conte with a healthy dose of respect. Aurelio De Laurentiis has likely struck gold once more with this managerial appointment, yet it’s clear that Conte has come to Naples with one thing in mind: winning. - Resource: "https://www.ilnapolista.it/2025/03/non-e-normale-non-e-per-niente-normale-quello-che-sta-facendo-conte-a-napoli-carratelli/"