Di Lorenzo stays at Napoli: "I feel like one of you, I can't wait to start again"

Giovanni Di Lorenzo has announced his intention to remain at the Campania club with an open letter published on Napoli's official website. “I listened to the words of President De Laurentiis and those of Mister Antonio Conte, I spoke with both of them in recent days, and the message that I can convey to you, without making useless proclamations and sailor's promises, is very simple: I can't wait to start again. Because I feel like one of you”, declared the Italian captain.

By Lorenzo he underlined his bond with the city, the fans and the club, recognizing the importance of the support received from president De Laurentiis and the club. “There may be other difficult moments, but I will never deny what the City, the fans and the Club, in the person of President De Laurentiis, have done for me and my family.

Being the captain of the third championship, the first without Diego, is not only an honor: it is a responsibility. I could not leave like this, after an unbearable season for the value of the shirt we wear.”

The right-back expressed his disappointment at the difficulties he faced last season, but also expressed his determination to look forward with pride. “I am sorry for everything that happened to us, but, I repeat, it is now behind us.

In front of me now, I only see the pride of wearing those colors I love again, that armband, the desire to show Italy the true strength of our Napoli and to relive the thrilling emotions of 2023. Our city deserves to rejoice again.”

Finally, Di Lorenzo appealed to fans to support the team with renewed enthusiasm. “Amma sforza' and I assure you that we will do it with an angry face, as the coach said. It's time to raise our heads and we must do it all together.

As always."

Captain's Letter ✍️

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- Official SSC Napoli (@sscnapoli) July 11, 2024