Antonio Conte makes an announcement on Kvaratskhelia
Antonio Conte recovers Kvaratskhelia
Antonio Conte spoke in a press conference on the eve of Genoa-Napoli, scheduled for Saturday at 6 p.m. at the Ferraris. "To get to the goal there are no shortcuts,” he began. “You can shorten the path with work, which must be a lot and of quality. Shortcuts should lead to success, but it would be an ephemeral success and not built on a solid foundation. That is why I say they do not exist".
The Azzurri are second in the standings at 35 points: "They are worth a lot: 35 points after 16 matches means having done very well with a group of boys who from the beginning of Dimaro to today è have grown considerably in every aspect. That's why I reiterate that I have great confidence in these guys: I see them every day. We won't always be able to win, forò I know that even in the stumble the boys will try to improve. That is why when I come to Castel Volturno I am a happy coach. I see them all involved and in a positive atmosphere".
In defense already chosen the replacement for the injured Buongiorno: "C'è Juan Jesus who è with us since the beginning of the season. He is a guy who è always trained well and always gave great availability. He gave great desire and to be attached to Naples. It's a very obvious substitution, as we are talking about a left midfielder who is experienced and has my trust. He knew that he would be the first choice in case of defection of one of the two centerbacks. He will doà a great performance, as will the whole team".
In attack, however, Kvaratskhelia is back: "Kvara yesterday resumed training. Today I saw him much more loose: he will come with us and will be available. It's an important recovery. David Neres è has really grown a lot compared to when he è arrived. He's much more involved in the team, in everything. He understood that we need players who are never passive in a phase. Modern soccer requires everyone to be involved in both the possession and non-possession phases. We are very happy in those roles".
Final comment on market: "Talking about the market è always difficult and particular. I start from a base: I am working with this group of players who have contributed in an important way to have 35 points. I have been working with them since this summer. They are all guys who have entered inside the methodology. I have utmost confidence in them, that must be clear. In January, should there be credible opportunities and the club decides or feels like changing something … we will see. From my side there'è utmost confidence in this group of guys becauseè I know that with them I can go to war. I have utmost confidence in their work".
