Napoli President De Laurentiis Dismisses Rumours of Antonio Conte’s Resignation

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has debunked reports claiming that manager Antonio Conte is on the verge of resigning from his role as head coach of the Serie A champions.

Rumours of Conte’s possible exit surfaced after Napoli’s 2–0 loss to Bologna over the weekend — a result that intensified scrutiny over the team’s inconsistent start to the season.

However, De Laurentiis swiftly dismissed the speculation, describing it as completely false and reaffirming his trust in the Italian tactician.

“It’s a fake story. I am proud to have a man like Conte next to me, the club and the squad,” De Laurentiis said, as quoted by journalist Fabrizio Romano.
“He is a guarantee for our club, our players and our fans.”

Conte, who guided Napoli to a Serie A title in his first season, has faced growing pressure after a mixed run of results this term. The champions currently sit fourth in the league, trailing behind Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Roma after 11 matches.

Opinion: Conte’s Napoli — A Story of Pressure, Pride, and Patience

Football can be a cruel stage — one season, you’re hailed as a hero, and the next, you’re a headline away from crisis. Antonio Conte’s situation at Napoli perfectly captures this cycle.

While critics point fingers at Napoli’s recent dip in form, it’s important to remember that Conte inherited a team still adjusting to the high expectations of defending champions. His fiery leadership style and tactical discipline have already restored intensity to Napoli’s play — even if the results haven’t always reflected it.

De Laurentiis’ public backing sends a powerful message: Napoli isn’t ready to panic. It’s a rare show of patience in a league where coaches are often the first casualties of underperformance.

Conte’s track record speaks for itself — from Juventus to Chelsea to Inter, he’s proven he can rebuild and inspire. What Napoli need now isn’t a resignation or a rumour — it’s resilience.

As the season progresses, fans will be watching not just for wins, but for whether Conte can turn pressure into purpose — and once again remind Italy why he’s one of its finest football minds.