Napoli: Elmas returns, Macedonian ace ready for Conte | OneFootball

Napoli welcomes back Eljif Elmas. After two years away from the Partenopei club, the Macedonian midfielder has returned in blue in the last transfer window, effectively becoming one of the most intriguing and functional additions to Antonio Conte's squad.

From heart to tactics: Elmas returns to Napoli and positions himself as Conte's wildcard

This is not just a symbolic return, as CdS highlights: Elmas has already made clear his desire to reclaim a leading role. Immediately after the match played with Macedonia against Liechtenstein, the player packed his bags and flew to Napoli, ready to closely understand the ideas of the new coach. A strong signal, demonstrating his eagerness to make an immediate concrete contribution.

Elmas represents a valuable option for Conte due to his versatility. He can operate on the left in a pair with Lang, but can also move to the right, as a mezzala, attacking midfielder and even as a false nine: a role he has successfully played in the past. He is, in all respects, a tactical wildcard capable of filling multiple slots in the Lecce coach's chessboard. His return is also the result of a specific market choice: after the failed arrival of Ndoye, the club decisively turned to a well-known, reliable profile loved by the fans. Conte knows he can rely on a player who combines intensity, running and vision of the game. Napoli thus finds a versatile and motivated element, ready to put all his energy on the field. For Elmas, a new adventure begins with the shirt he considers home.

Andrea Alati

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