Naples. The Napoli fans are not having it and are making it clear.
The recent statements by Mario Giuffredi, agent of the Azzurri captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo, who opened up to the hypothesis of a farewell for the Neapolitan full-back, have sparked anger among the fans. During the night, a harsh banner was displayed outside Villa Betania in via Argine, signed by the Curva A: “But what Neapolitan, you want to give away our captain, Giuffredi piece of shit!”.
The words of Giuffredi, who has reiterated on several occasions his intention to take Di Lorenzo away from Napoli despite his lifetime contract with the club, did not please the Azzurri fans at all.
President Aurelio De Laurentiis also wanted to have his say, categorically denying the agent's statements: “Di Lorenzo has a contract with Napoli for another 4 sporting seasons, he is not part of the group of players whose possible transfer to another club will be evaluated by the club and therefore his possible transfer is excluded”.
In the next few days we will know more about Di Lorenzo's future. In the meantime, Napoli fans have already chosen which side to be on: on the side of their captain.
The fans' anger is understandable. By Lorenzo he is a symbol for Napoli, a leader on and off the pitch. The idea of losing him is unacceptable for those who love the blue colours.
Giuffredi's words fuel tension
Giuffredi made a serious mistake.
His words have only fueled tensions and created a climate of uncertainty around the future of Napoli. Now the ball is in the club's court. De Laurentiis He has already said his piece, but he will have to back up his words with facts.
Napoli needs Di Lorenzo and will do everything to keep him.
Article published on 3 June 2024 - 07:08
