Antonio Conte didn’t hold back in his comments following Napoli’s match against Modena, emphasizing the need for squad reinforcement. The Naples coach hinted at his urgency to enhance his team’s roster, aware that his side is capable of performing better than what they showed in the 2-0 victory over Modena. “We need to be more precise in the final third. I would have liked to score more goals, but I know we gave our all, and that’s what matters,” he stated.
Conte’s analysis was sharp, touching not only on the match but on other matters as well. “We were caught out on a couple of counter-attacks from the opponents, but when you attack as much as we did, you inevitably leave some gaps. However, now we are entering a typical week where the workload decreases, and from a physical standpoint, we will be ready for Verona. At the Bentegodi Stadium, I hope to see something different. Tonight, we didn’t fill the box enough, but I’m pleased with the effort and determination of the boys.”
Transitioning from the pitch to the transfer market, Conte acknowledged the realities that need to be faced. “There are objective situations we must consider. I often hear people say this is the squad for a third Scudetto, but that’s not true as 12 players from that year have left. In every negotiation, we have to respect three parameters: the cost of the player, their wages, and the fact that, without any international commitments, Napoli is not an attractive prospect since there’s no European football.”
Conte expressed his commitment to helping the club find players who fit these criteria, stating, “It’s not about pleasing me, but about serving Napoli. I hope you see things objectively; we have to keep working. I have enthusiasm, passion, and determination, and the squad shares that, even though it’s small. We will strive to improve in every aspect because we want our fans to be proud, whether in times of wealth or poverty.”