Lorenzo Insigne believes his team are best placed to close on Juventus in the Scudetto race. “This is the strongest Napoli side I’ve played in.”

The Partenopei were runners-up to Juventus in the last two campaigns and hope the change of management to Maurizio Sarri will slow down their rivals.

“I can see more enthusiasm now compared to past pre-season camps. There are many fans and that’s pleasing, so we hope to have a great campaign and repay them for this affection,” Insigne told Sky Sport Italia.

Lorenzo Insigne believes his team are best placed to close on Juventus in the Scudetto race. “This is the strongest Napoli side I’ve played in.”

The Partenopei were runners-up to Juventus in the last two campaigns and hope the change of management to Maurizio Sarri will slow down their rivals.

“I can see more enthusiasm now compared to past pre-season camps. There are many fans and that’s pleasing, so we hope to have a great campaign and repay them for this affection,” Insigne told Sky Sport Italia.

“I think this is the strongest Napoli side I’ve played in. We have some excellent young players like Fabian Ruiz who are really settling in and the fundamental thing is that the group assimilates the tactician’s ideas.

“It’s not just Juve who changed management this summer and have many new players, but we have solid foundations and are ready to keep building for a great season.”

Insigne was used wide left in a 4-4-2 formation in their pre-season friendly against Feralpisalò, a change from last term’s support striker role.

“I’d like to score a few more goals compared to last year, as those can help the team. I still have to convince the Coach on what is my best position.

“It’s everyone’s dream to win the Scudetto.”

Kostas Manolas arrived from Roma, while negotiations are ongoing for James Rodriguez, Lille forward Nicolas Pepe and Inter’s Mauro Icardi.

“They are all champions, but it’s not my decision to make, so the directors and the Coach have it covered. Manolas impressed me straight away and he has so much experience, including in the Champions League.”

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