Napoli, Rrahmani: This is my home, I want to lead us higher | OneFootball

Napoli defender Amir Rrahmani gave an exclusive interview to Cronache di Napoli, speaking about his deep connection with the city, his recovery from injury, and the leadership role he now holds in the Azzurri dressing room.

Napoli, Rrahmani: “This is my home. I feel like a leader and I want to take the club higher and higher”

“Naples is my home. I live here eleven months a year and only return to Kosovo for one. Yes, Naples is a new home. I’m feeling better, I’m working to come back as soon as possible, but we don’t want to take any risks. After being out for so long, it’s essential to return to the pitch safely. It doesn’t matter which match I come back in, what matters is being ready and giving everything for the team.”

The leadership role in the dressing room

Rrahmani, who arrived in Naples seven years ago, is now one of the team’s reference points.

“Yes, I feel like a leader. After so many years here, it’s natural to feel this responsibility. Only a few of us have this seniority in the group. Each of us is a leader in our own way: some with their voice, others by example and daily work. The common goal is just one: to take Napoli higher and higher.”

“It’s hard to say if this is the strongest Napoli”

When asked if the current team is the best Napoli he has ever played in, the defender answered thoughtfully:

“Honestly, I couldn’t say. It’s not a diplomatic answer, but over the years I’ve had some really strong teammates. Even thinking about it for a long time, I don’t think I could choose: every season has had its highlights.”

Kevin De Bruyne and the Azzurri group

An important part of the interview was dedicated to the arrival of Kevin De Bruyne, one of the most talked-about signings of the summer transfer window.

“Kevin is an intelligent and humble guy. He fit in right away, thanks also to the positive atmosphere in our dressing room. Over the years, many players have come and felt at home here because we have an open and united group. Kevin is a key player and we will always be by his side. Only by helping each other can we bring Napoli back to the highest levels.”

“Internal competition is a motivation, not an obstacle”

Finally, Rrahmani spoke about the competitiveness within the squad:

“Competition is normal in big teams, where there are two or three important players for every position. But we don’t make distinctions: we support each other. What really matters is not the individual, but the result of the team.”

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