Napoli has decided not to question Massimiliano Allegri's bench, despite the team finding itself in a difficult position in both Serie A and the Champions League. President Aurelio DeLaurentiis expressed full confidence in the Livorno coach, declaring that he intends to continue with him until the end of the season. The club, however, underlines that the results must improve to meet the fans' expectations and to ward off criticism.
The club's current situation is delicate. After eight days of the championship, Napoli have collected just 11 points, a mark that was only achieved in the 2009-10 and 2011-12 seasons. In the Champions League, the team managed just three points in the group, with a performance that left managers worried. The 3-3 draw against Roma showed a certain team spirit, but it was not enough to solve the defensive problems: in the last four matches the Italian team has conceded ten goals, highlighting a fragility that Allegri will have to urgently address.
Among the next matches, Napoli must face Monza, Juventus and Porto. The match against Monza could offer an opportunity to change the rotation of the game, with players like Marianucci, Lobotka and Vergara who could be on the pitch from the first minute. Furthermore, the team could decide to rest DeBruyne or McTominay ahead of the busiest week, which includes a league match against Juventus followed by a Champions League first leg against Porto. The intense schedule tests the depth of the squad and Allegri's ability to manage lineup changes.
Another factor that complicates the situation is Badiashile's injury. His condition will be assessed after medical tests, and his absence could influence the coach's tactical choices. Despite these difficulties, DeLaurentiis reiterated that Allegri is not under an ultimatum and that his stay is guaranteed. The challenge for the coach is now to find a way to reverse the trend, starting from the next three away games and trying to consolidate the team both in the championship and in the Champions League. Napoli's future will depend on how Allegri manages to transform the management's trust into concrete results on the pitch.