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Napoli to consider Gasperini in case of Conte’s exit
TL;DR
Napoli is considering Gian Piero Gasperini as a potential replacement for Antonio Conte if he decides to leave. President Aurelio De Laurentiis is urging Conte to make a quick decision about his future due to budget constraints.
Napoli to consider Gasperini in case of Conte’s exit
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis will return from America this weekend, and his meeting with Antonio Conte may be brought forward.
ADL has urged the Salento-born coach to make a quick decision regarding his future, noting that if Conte were to leave, he would have time to find a replacement between April and May.
The technical issue is key: Conte wants an increasingly ambitious squad, but the Napoli president will no longer be able to afford the crazy spending he did last summer due to budget constraints.
There’s also a significant financial aspect: the national team’s offer is tempting Conte, but he could never guarantee the same salary he currently earns in Naples.
In this scenario, as reported by Il Corriere della Sera, De Laurentiis already has a list of potential replacements. Gian Piero Gasperini remains one of the leading candidates, unless the situation with Roma and Ranieri is resolved.
Fabio Grosso is another highly sought-after name, while Enzo Maresca, who has also been linked with the Giallorossi’s position as coach, is viewed with interest.
Finally, Maurizio Sarri could represent a welcome return, provided the conditions are favorable and the Tuscan coach is willing to leave Lazio.
Q&A
What are the reasons behind Antonio Conte's potential exit from Napoli?
Antonio Conte's potential exit is driven by his desire for a more ambitious squad, which Napoli may not be able to afford due to budget constraints.
Who is Gian Piero Gasperini and why is he being considered by Napoli?
Gian Piero Gasperini is a coach known for his successful tenure at Atalanta, and Napoli is considering him as a replacement for Conte if he leaves.
When is Aurelio De Laurentiis expected to meet with Antonio Conte regarding his future?
Aurelio De Laurentiis is expected to return from America this weekend, and his meeting with Conte may be scheduled sooner than planned.
