Giaccherini: Juve unforgettable, Napoli brilliant despite my role | OneFootball

Emanuele Giaccherini talks about the two most significant stages of his Italian career: Juventus and Napoli.

Giaccherini: “Juve, unforgettable years. Napoli? A splendid experience, even if I didn't make an impact”

For the former midfielder, the adventure with the Bianconeri remains a carved memory. «In Turin, I lived two wonderful years: alongside Pirlo, Buffon, and Del Piero, I learned a lot. I arrived amid skepticism, but I left with the regret of the fans», he proudly recounts.

The Neapolitan period was more complex, though full of emotions. «I wasn't able to make the impact I hoped for, but Naples is a wonderful, passionate city. The match against Juve is anticipated all season long. From a human perspective, it was a splendid experience».

Giaccherini then looks to the present, starting with Antonio Conte: «He has given Napoli a strong mentality, keeping them there despite difficulties. He knows how to turn problems into energy». Important words also for Spalletti: «He is an absolute top. He has restored balance to Juve, enhancing players like Koopmeiners, McKennie, Kostic, and unleashing Yildiz's talent». The issue for Napoli remains the depleted midfield: «Without Lobotka, it's tough: he is the brain of the team. Elmas and McTominay will have to think carefully».

On the big match, no preference: «It will be an open, lively game. Two teams in good shape and two coaches who never give up.”

Antonio Karol Giordano

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