Napoli embraces Allegri with 4‑3‑3 vision as De Laurentiis weighs training base

Massimiliano Allegri recorded his first win as Napoli head coach, guiding the team to a 2‑0 victory over Serie B side Carrarese in a summer test match at Dimaro‑Folgarida. Rasmus Hojlund opened scoring in the 23rd minute and Matteo Giovane converted a penalty before halftime. The win was hailed as a promising start, although forward Antonio Vergara left the pitch with a knee bandage.

Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis praised Allegri’s résumé – six Serie A titles and two Champions League final appearances – and announced the squad will revert to a 4‑3‑3 formation. He also hinted that the future of Napoli’s traditional summer training camp in the Val di Sole region is under review, saying the club will decide after further reflection on the facilities.

The remarks underscored a blend of optimism about the tactical direction under Allegri and a pragmatic assessment of the club’s preparation facilities ahead of the upcoming season.