Max Allegri's tenure at Napoli has begun under challenging circumstances, with the team earning only seven points from their first five Serie A matches. This marks Napoli's worst start to a season since the 2015-16 campaign. Following a 1-1 draw against Fiorentina, Allegri emphasized the need for the team to adopt a more aggressive approach, stating that they "need to feel angry" about their performance.
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During the match against Fiorentina, Rasmus Hojlund was admonished by Allegri for being "pig-headed." Napoli's struggles this season have sparked criticism, with observers noting that the squad is underperforming given its potential. Allegri’s remarks reflected a sense of frustration as the team attempts to improve.
Napoli's issues have not only stemmed from on-pitch performance; Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, a key player for the team, suffered a new injury after being brought on during the dying minutes of the Fiorentina game. This adds to the mounting difficulties for Allegri as he navigates player fitness alongside team performance.
In response to Anguissa's situation, Giovanni Manna, Napoli's director, stated that if a satisfactory arrangement for Anguissa's renewal is not reached, the club may consider a parting of ways. As the international break approaches, Napoli's management is likely to reassess strategies to reverse their current fortunes in the league.