Lecce v Napoli, probable line-ups: Lang could start from kick-off | OneFootball

After Saturday's victory against Inter, the Neapolitans are ready to return to the field tomorrow evening at 18:00, in the 'Via del Mare' match against Di Francesco's Lecce. Antonio Conte is forced to make some mandatory choices, given De Bruyne's long-term absence and the discomfort experienced by David Neres against the Nerazzurri. Therefore, Noa Lang might be seen for the first time from the start.

Tomorrow Lecce-Napoli: Antonio Conte's possible choices

Serie A returns immediately with the ninth matchday of the championship, in the classic midweek round. To open the day, Antonio Conte's Napoli, which will be hosted by Di Francesco's Lecce at 'Via del Mare'. Many changes are expected for Antonio Conte, mainly forced due to the many injuries that have 'hit' the squad. The latest to join the infirmary are De Bruyne and Neres, with the Belgian set to return to the field directly in 2026. It's a different story for the Brazilian, who after the great performance as a false nine against the Nerazzurri, might return already against Como.

The coach, originally from Lecce, is forced to revert to the 4-3-3 formation due to De Bruyne's absence, with McTominay ready to return to the role he excelled in during last season, which culminated in winning the Scudetto. In goal, with Meret injured, Milinkovic-Savic is confirmed. In defense, Buongiorno is heading to the bench, with the Beukema-Juan Jesus pair in front of the Serbian, flanked by captain Di Lorenzo and Olivera on the wings, with Spinazzola called to take a breather after the latest excellent performances. In midfield, Gilmour remains, awaiting Lobotka's return, with Anguissa and McTominay on the sides. In attack, Lucca returns from the start, after the poor performance against PSV. On the wings, there's a possibility for Noa Lang from the start, with the irreplaceable Politano on the right.

The probable line-ups for Lecce-Napoli, scheduled for tomorrow at 18:00 at 'Via del Mare':

LECCE (4-3-3): Falcone; Veiga, Gaspar, Tiago Gabriel, Gallo; Coulibaly, Ramadani, Berisha; Pierotti, Camarda, Morente. Coach: Di Francesco

NAPOLI (4-3-3): Milinkovic-Savic; Di Lorenzo, Beukema, Juan Jesus, Olivera; Anguissa, Gilmour, McTominay; Politano, Lucca, Lang. Coach: Conte

Francesco Landi

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