Italy legend Leonardo Bonucci has backed his former colleague Gianluigi Buffon in his prediction that Napoli will end the 2024-25 Serie A season within the prime two positions underneath Antonio Conte.
The previous Juventus stalwarts anticipate that the appointment of Conte, in addition to the latest signing of Alessandro Buongiorno from Torino, will push the group to new heights after a totally disappointing defence of their Serie A title in 2023-24.
Bonucci backs Napoli for prime two end underneath Conte
“I completely agree,” Bonucci informed Sky Sport Italia when requested about Buffon’s declare that Napoli will end the 2024-25 season within the prime two.
He continued: “Napoli couldn’t have made a more sensible choice after the 12 months they’ve had. They’ve taken on a world-class coach, he teaches you every little thing about soccer and offers you the fitting information.
“The squad is robust and stuffed with high quality. With the ability to work with all of them week, he (Conte) will do very well.”
Talking from expertise, Bonucci additionally backed Conte to assist new signing Buongiorno to change into top-of-the-line defenders on this planet.
“Alessandro couldn’t have made a more sensible choice, working with Conte is necessary to change into top-of-the-line defenders on this planet.
“He has the fitting traits and the standard to have the ability to do it. He’s clever, humble and powerful.”
Napoli confirmed their buy of Buongiorno on July 13, securing the worldwide on a five-year contract, which is able to run till the summer time of 2029.
Included within the 25-year-old’s contract is a €70m launch clause, which is able to change into legitimate after three years on the Stadio Maradona.
