Napoli, Di Lorenzo: Conte staying, De Bruyne already one of us | OneFootball

The captain of Napoli gives an account from the Dimaro retreat: work, new additions, and ambitions for a season as protagonists.

Napoli, Di Lorenzo: "Conte? Never thought he would leave. De Bruyne is a true champion, already part of the group"

During the format "Voices from the Retreat" broadcast by CRC, the official club radio, Napoli's captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo shared important reflections on the start of the season, the new course with Antonio Conte and the impact of the new arrivals, including Kevin De Bruyne, one of the most prestigious signings in the European market.

Intense preparation and clear objectives: Napoli wants to return to the top "The retreat in Dimaro started in the best way - explains Di Lorenzo -. We focused on the athletic aspect, it's natural at this stage. We know how much Mister Conte cares about preparation, and he's proving it again this year. There's enthusiasm, the conditions to work are optimal and we're laying the foundations for an important season".

The test against Arezzo left mixed feelings, but the captain calls for calm: "The result does not satisfy us, but we are in full loading phase. These games serve to put minutes in the legs and start getting to know the new teammates. There were mistakes, we analyzed them, but growth is already visible".

Market, group and integration: "The new ones are strong and humble, they are fitting in well" Di Lorenzo also dwelled on the importance of having the new acquisitions already available for the retreat: "It's fundamental. The retreat allows you not only to work physically, but also to build human and sports bonds. The new ones have presented themselves with great humility and willingness to do. Some are more known, others less, but all are integrating quickly. It's a healthy group, this makes everything easier".

Antonio Conte, leadership and motivations: "Never thought of his departure" On the technical front, the captain wanted to clear the field of any misunderstanding about the coach's position:

"We never thought that Conte could leave. Starting again with him is a strong signal. He is a coach who knows what it means to win, but above all knows what it takes to win again. He knows how to touch the right chords and is already pushing us to the maximum. The goal is to improve compared to last season, to compete again for the Scudetto and to do well in the cups".

De Bruyne, a world-class player with intelligence and humility Among the most anticipated new faces, of course, is Kevin De Bruyne, who arrived in Napoli to general astonishment. Di Lorenzo had significant words about the Belgian:

"He is a true champion, both technically and from a character point of view. Great players improve those who play alongside them, and Kevin is already part of the group. I was struck by his humility: he has immersed himself in the new reality with intelligence, he is observing and studying everything. He is an added value for us and for the entire locker room".

Many commitments, one goal: to compete on every front Napoli is preparing for a demanding season, between Serie A, Coppa Italia, Supercoppa and the return to the Champions League with the new format. Di Lorenzo is aware of the challenge:

"We have many matches ahead, we will need everyone. Each individual must feel an integral part of this season. We started well, the group is forming, but we know that only with daily work can we achieve our goals".

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