Antonio Conte’s highly anticipated return to Juventus appears to be on hold, as reports from Italy suggest the coach is now leaning toward staying at Napoli.

According to Football Italia, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has promised Conte an ambitious project for next season, including an investment of around €200 million in the transfer market. Key targets reportedly include Kevin De Bruyne and Jonathan David, moves that have led Conte to seriously reconsider his initial plans to depart.

Napoli vs Juventus: A Tale of Two Projects

While Conte was previously linked with a Juventus return, the Naples-based project now appears more concrete, especially as Juventus still need to clarify several key leadership roles before they can finalize their transfer strategy. That uncertainty has tilted the scales in Napoli’s favour for the moment.

Decision Expected by Friday

Napoli are now awaiting Conte’s formal commitment to remain at the club, with a decision expected by Friday. Negotiations with Massimiliano Allegri — initially considered as Conte’s possible replacement — have been paused as the club focuses on securing Conte’s continued leadership.

With a revamped squad on the horizon and Champions League ambitions in play, Napoli’s next steps under Conte could shape the Serie A landscape for the 2025/26 season.