David Neres has officially joined Napoli, as announced by club president Aurelio De Laurentiis. This move adds depth to Antonio Conte’s squad ahead of their upcoming match against Bologna. Neres is set to bolster the attacking options for the team, which might mean that Ngonge could be on the way out.
This signing is a clear sign of vitality from Napoli during a challenging period in the season, especially with the ongoing controversies surrounding the transfer market. The Brazilian winger, who arrived from Benfica for about €30 million, is a player that Conte highly values.
The main question now is how fit Neres is, as he will be participating in his first training session today. He wasn’t part of the pre-season preparations with his new teammates, but enthusiasm is already building at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, especially after the team’s disappointing performance in Verona.
While it is unlikely that Neres will take over the left wing from the established Kvaratskhelia, he could pose a challenge to Politano on the right and serve as a valuable tactical option during matches. In short, Neres is expected to be a key substitute in an attacking line that has yet to find its rhythm, with the team yet to score in their first two games of the season, all while they wait for the arrival of Lukaku.
