Two games could decide Max Allegri’s Napoli future

Allegri under pressure after Venezia setback

Max Allegri’s position at Napoli is reportedly at risk after the team failed to beat struggling Venezia, deepening concern over a run of two consecutive defeats in all competitions. La Gazzetta dello Sport, in a report relayed by Calciomercato, says Napoli chief executive Aurelio De Laurentiis was left confused by some of Allegri’s selections in Venice and is worried about the club’s continuing turmoil.

The next two fixtures could prove decisive for Allegri’s immediate future: Napoli are due to face Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League before a difficult meeting with Roma. The report says those results could determine whether the coach remains in charge, but no decision to dismiss him has been announced.

Possible replacements discussed

Igor Tudor, formerly in charge of Tottenham and Juventus, has emerged as one possible replacement. Vincenzo Italiano has also been mentioned as a more surprising candidate. These names are being discussed as possibilities rather than confirmed appointments or formal decisions.

Napoli’s squad is also described as having clear gaps following a disappointing transfer window. The report cautions that any incoming manager would inherit an imperfect group and would need to get more than expected from the available players.