The victory against Lazio brought Napoli excitement and crucial points, but it also left a note of concern regarding David Neres' condition. Antonio Conte addressed the issue immediately after the match, clarifying the initial aspects of the injury. "Neres' injury? We'll have to wait until tomorrow to get the tests done and understand. It's not a muscle problem, we hope it's nothing serious," the Napoli coach explained to DAZN, leaving any assessment open pending the instrumental tests.
The coach doesn't hide the difficulties the team has been facing for weeks. "We've been dealing with major absences for some time now," he emphasizes, before acknowledging the group. "I congratulate the lads," he adds, praising Napoli's response despite the absences and difficulties.
The winter transfer window was also inevitable, a topic Conte addressed bluntly. "The transfer window? Last year, we talked about leaving nothing to avoid damage, and then Kvaratskhelia was sold, so a discussion like this also brings bad luck," he stated, smothering any public speculation. The position was clear and reiterated immediately afterward. "There are those who have to deal with this. The club knows my thoughts; it's clear to everyone who can recover and who will struggle to do so."
Conte finally returns the focus to his role and daily responsibilities. "I have to be a coach and optimize the resources I'm given, knowing that the demands on me are always very high," he concludes. These words reflect a Napoli focused on the pitch, awaiting news on Neres, and with the transfer market remaining in the background, left to the management's decisions.
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The article is interesting, but some things aren't clear. It mentions Neres and his injury, but it's unclear what it could be. Conte is right to be cautious when discussing the transfer market.