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SSC Napoli leadership and management developments

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Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis remains a central figure in discussions regarding club management, supporter relations, and the evolution of football. Following his characterization of ultras as ‘criminals’, organized supporter groups such as Curva Anna have protested, arguing that the actions of individuals should not define the entire community. Regarding ownership, De Laurentiis has repeatedly denied that the club is for sale, specifically addressing interest from American entrepreneur Matt Rizzetta and various investment funds. He clarified that a previous proposal worth approximately €2.26 billion was rejected due to disagreements over governance and payment structures; specifically, he refused a transition to an honorary president role and a request to spread payments over three years. He also noted having previously turned down a €3.5 billion offer from Arab investors because he was not ready to retire. As De Laurentiis approaches ~~age 80,~~ his late 70s, analysts suggest three potential paths for the club: selling the company, finding new partners, or leaving the club to his heirs. While he maintains the club is not currently for sale, he expressed a preference for a Neapolitan buyer over an American one to preserve the club’s local legacy. Potential local candidates mentioned in discussions include MSC founder Gianluigi Aponte, the Grimaldi family, and Danilo Iervolino. He remains focused on long-term infrastructure, particularly a new stadium project. On the broader evolution of the sport, De Laurentiis emphasized that fan passion must be supported by strategic economic management. To better engage younger audiences and compete with digital platforms like TikTok, he proposed rethinking the football product, including the potential shortening or elimination of the 15-minute halftime interval.

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