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Massimiliano Allegri is set for an immediate return to the dugout after reaching a full verbal agreement to become the next manager of Napoli.
The former AC Milan boss, who was sacked by the club this week, has committed to a two-year contract as Antonio Conte’s replacement at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
De Laurentiis picks Allegri for Post-Conte era
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has made a decisive move to secure a successor to Conte after the Italian left the club by mutual agreement at the end of the season and settled on the experienced Allegri.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, negotiations between the two parties accelerated significantly over the past 24 hours, resulting in a full verbal agreement for Allegri to take the reins at Napoli on a two-year deal.
The Tuscan tactician emerged as the top choice after a selection process that saw him beat off competition from other candidates, including outgoing Bologna coach Vincenzo Italiano.
With the verbal agreement now in place, the Partenopei are ready to turn into a new chapter under one of the most successful managers in modern Serie A history.
Legal teams begin work on contractual formalities
The transition from a verbal handshake to a formal agreement is already underway behind the scenes. Reports suggest that Napoli’s legal and administrative teams have already started preparing the necessary paperwork to formalize the deal for Allegri.
Both lawyers and officials work through the final contractual details before the documents can be presented for final signature.
While the terms of the two-year contract are believed to be settled, the club are careful to ensure that all administrative hurdles are cleared.
The move signals De Laurentiis’ desire to provide stability and elite leadership to a team that remains ambitious both domestically and on the European stage.
Solving the final hurdle with Milan
Despite the advanced state of negotiations with Napoli, there is one final hurdle left before Allegri can be officially unveiled as the new Partenopei boss.
Allegri must first resolve his current contractual situation with Milan after being sacked by the club. Navigating the exit from his previous employment is a standard but necessary step before he can legally commit his future to the reigning Southern Giants.
A proven winner with Scudetto ambitions
The appointment represents a significant statement of intent from Napoli as they sign a coach with a glittering CV.
Allegri has already won league titles with both Milan and Juventus and his experience of managing the pressure of Italy’s elite clubs was a decisive factor for the Napoli hierarchy.
Despite a dismal return season at Milan in 2025-26, Napoli believe his track record and tactical acumen make him the ideal candidate.
If it is completed as expected, Allegri will inherit a team preparing for another Champions League campaign while also trying to challenge for the Scudetto next season.
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