Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 21 Aug 2026
Allegri: De Bruyne can 'play everywhere' for Napoli
Napoli's new boss praises De Bruyne's versatility but waits on Badiashile's loan.
M. Allegri
coach
Coach
Massimiliano Allegri
Club
Napoli
Opponent
Genoa (away)
Competition
Serie A
Fixture
Saturday, 2026-27 opener
What happened. Allegri said De Bruyne can play anywhere for Napoli, but Badiashile's loan is not yet confirmed as he missed training.
- Allegri inherited a ready team from Conte.
- De Bruyne impressed after just ten days of training.
- Badiashile underwent medical but isn't registered yet.
“Big players can play everywhere; they know how to play there and can find the best position.”
— Massimiliano Allegri
Napoli open their Serie A season at Genoa on Saturday, with Allegri eager to see how his squad performs.
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