# SSC Napoli club management and supporter tensions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ssc-napoli-club-management-and-supporter-tensions
> Updated: 2026-09-08T04:45:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

SSC Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has been involved in both internal club tensions and infrastructural assessments.

Disputes have emerged between De Laurentiis and the club’s organized supporters, or ultras, regarding the commercialization of the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The president proposed replacing traditional fan banners with commercial sponsorship displays to increase revenue, a move ultras view as a threat to tradition. This friction led to concerns from Regional Councilor Nino Simeone regarding security and potential travel restrictions for away fans.

Concurrently, De Laurentiis has been evaluating logistical options for the club, including a surprise inspection of the Santo Stefano sports facility in Qualiano. The inspection aimed to assess the site’s suitability for future professional infrastructure and potential collaborations within the metropolitan area.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Aurelio De Laurentiis inspects Qualiano facility for SSC Napoli

SSC Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis inspected the Santo Stefano facility in Qualiano to evaluate its potential use for the club's future sports and logistical infrastructure.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aurelio-de-laurentiis-inspects-qualiano-facility-for-ssc-napoli

### 2026-08-26: SSC Napoli faces tension between De Laurentiis and ultras over stadium banners

SSC Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis and club ultras are in conflict over replacing traditional stadium banners with commercial sponsorships, heightening tensions ahead of the new season.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ssc-napoli-faces-tension-between-de-laurentiis-and-ultras-over-stadium-banners

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