Allegri Leads Napoli with Champions League Ambitions

Massimiliano Allegri has taken over as head coach of SSC Napoli, with club president Aurelio De Laurentiis emphasizing a goal of winning the Champions League. Allegri arrives with a record of 100 appearances in the competition, making him the second‑most experienced Italian coach after Carlo Ancelotti.

In training camp, Allegri is shaping Napoli around a 4‑3‑4 formation, focusing on midfielders Stanislav Lobotka, Giacomo Prisco and newcomer Gilmour. He has also indicated that the arrival of Romelu Lukaku will be a key factor in defining the team's attacking hierarchy. The coach’s approach combines defensive drills with offensive sessions, aiming to build a side capable of competing at the highest European level.