Napoli hires Allegri as head coach, sparking debate among officials

Club director Walter Sabatini praised the appointment of Allegri, saying “not everyone can coach Napoli, but Allegri can” and describing him as a charismatic guarantee for the team. Sabatini also highlighted owner Aurelio De Laurentiis’s track record of bold hires, recalling how the decision to bring in Sarri once seemed risky but proved successful.

Journalist Gioele Anelli, speaking on Radio Tutto Napoli, called the move a “typical conservative choice” that did not convince him. He said he would have preferred Vincenzo Italiano and criticized the appointment as unconvincing, suggesting it reflects a cautious rather than visionary approach.