Napoli faces €18 million deficit and coaching change after Conte's exit

Former Napoli coach Antonio Conte left the club, reportedly leaving a €18 million shortfall on the books, according to journalist Antonio Corbo’s editorial. The piece critiques the financial management of president Aurelio De Laurentis, describing his approach as “constructive stinginess” that helped Napoli become a top European club but now requires tighter spending.

Corbo notes that while De Laurentis still has access to credit, the club must balance future purchases against the lack of recent transfer profits. With the appointment of Massimiliano Allegri as the new coach, Corbo believes the team’s existing squad can still contend for a top‑four Serie A finish, but emphasizes the need for player sales and careful budgeting to avoid further deficits.