Antonio Conte fires up Napoli's title charge with bold transfers and humble approach

After clinching their second Scudetto in three years, Conte is determined to avoid the pitfalls that saw them plummet to 10th place two seasons ago.

The 2023-24 campaign was a nightmare for Napoli, as they cycled through three managers following Luciano Spalletti's departure after their 2022-23 title triumph.

Conte, appointed in June 2024, turned things around spectacularly, guiding Napoli to the Serie A crown in the 2024-25 season. With four Serie A titles to his name, three with Juventus and one with Inter Milan, plus a Premier League trophy from his Chelsea days, Conte knows what it takes to win.

"We've earned the Scudetto, so we're favorites, and we won't shy away from that," Conte said at a press conference on Friday. "But we must stay humble. Two years ago, we saw what happens when things go wrong. That's a lesson we'll never forget. We're focused, working hard, and keeping our feet on the ground."

Napoli have bolstered their squad with high-profile signings to maintain their edge. Belgian maestro Kevin De Bruyne, a 19-time trophy winner with Manchester City, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League, joined to bring his world-class playmaking to Serie A.

Dutch winger Noa Lang, Italian defender Luca Marianucci, and Bologna's Sam Beukema, who arrived for around 30 million euros, add depth and dynamism.

Posts on X also highlight Napoli's capture of Lorenzo Lucca on loan with an option to buy, signaling their intent to dominate.

Conte praised De Bruyne's hunger for a new challenge, saying, "He's reached the top, but he's here to test himself in Italy. He's got so much more to give." The 34-year-old's experience is expected to elevate Napoli's ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.

The club's transfer activity hasn't stopped there. Recent reports indicate Napoli are pushing to finalize a deal for Victor Osimhen, with Galatasaray close to securing the striker for 75 million euros, though negotiations hinge on payment guarantees.

Meanwhile, posts on X reflect excitement among fans, with one stating, "Napoli are building a dynasty—Conte, De Bruyne, Lang, Beukema. We're unstoppable!"

Napoli kick off their pre-season preparations with a friendly against Arezzo on Tuesday, a chance to integrate their new stars and fine-tune Conte's tactics.

With a blend of proven winners and a manager obsessed with success, Napoli are poised to make waves in the 2025-26 season, but Conte's warning is clear: humility will be their foundation.