The Napoli player who will leave if Antonio Conte continues

The player's agent has made it clear that the Italian coach has not been fair to his client

Héctor Andreu | 11 Nov 2025 | 14.45
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Conte will sack Lobotka if he stays at Napoli / Football Italia
Conte will sack Lobotka if he stays at Napoli / Football Italia

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The figure of Stanislav Lobotka is in the media spotlight in the crisis of Napoli after the resounding defeat against Bologna. At a particularly delicate moment for the southern Italian club—third league defeat in eleven matchdays and fifth in fifteen official games—the unexpected statements from agent Branislav Jarusek from Slovakia shake the team's tranquility. Jarusek states that the treatment Lobotka received from coach Antonio Conte has been excessively demanding and poorly planned.

The role of Sanislav Lobotka in Conte's system

The Slovak midfielder arrived at Napoli as a balancing piece and tactical reference. His contract, valid until 2027 with an option for an additional season, cemented him as a key element in the project.

However, after the muscle injury suffered on October 5 against Genoa—which prevented him from playing three Serie A matches against Torino, Inter Milan, and Lecce, in addition to the Champions League match against PSV Eindhoven—his agent questions the club's management: "They should have given him rest; I am upset."

In the context of Antonio Conte's tactical demands and his reputation for a rigorous work regimen, Jarusek's words take on a different meaning. "Napoli has invested well in the transfer market and has brought in new players. I don't understand why Lobotka had to play three difficult games in a row before the national team call-up." This combination of a busy schedule and physical pressure has raised alarms around the midfielder.

Lobotka will leave Naples if Conte continues

Increasing pressure and uncertain future for Lobotka

The physical and psychological wear that Stanislav Lobotka is undergoing with such demanding coach as Antonio Conte has sparked a debate: can he maintain this level of demand for several more years?

According to 'Sport24.sk', his agent is clear: "He is 30 years old and it is almost unrealistic for him to continue at this physical level with Conte demanding so much from him." Additionally, Jarusek hints that a transfer next summer "would make a lot of sense, but it will depend on the price."

The player, according to his surroundings, is happy in Naples, but the human factor is starting to weigh in. When defeats pile up and technical decisions generate frustration, emotional stability falters. Does he feel supported by the coaching staff, or is he starting to be in an uncomfortable position within the dressing room?

Serie A: internal crisis at Napoli and collateral effects

The defeat in Bologna was not an isolated incident. Napoli has had irregular results that jeopardize its aspirations in Serie A, and the internal atmosphere has become tenser than expected. Stanislav Lobotka represents a key piece in Conte's setup, and the tension conveyed by his agent can affect the collective performance.

In this context, the Italian coach seems more demanding than ever. Managing minutes, physical preparation, and handling returns after injury become crucial when an agent publicly questions the adopted plan. This internal noise can have consequences both in the dressing room and in the sporting performance.

Is a transfer looming for Lobotka?

If Napoli prolongs its crisis and fails to reverse the situation, Stanislav Lobotka could become one of the key figures in the upcoming summer market. His contract until 2027 offers stability, but also the possibility of a change of direction if harmony with Antonio Conte is broken.

A new destination could provide him with a more comfortable role and lower demands. After all, when an agent talks about "price dependence" and "coach's pressure," the message is clear. In this context, any offer could reignite the debate outside Naples.

The player who was supposed to be the backbone of the club is now in the eye of the storm. Amid injuries, demands, and statements, the future of Stanislav Lobotka seems more uncertain than ever. Tensions rise in Napoli, and Serie A keeps moving forward without waiting for anyone.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El jugador del Nápoles que se irá si sigue Antonio Conte

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