Massimiliano Allegri Officially Appointed Napoli Head Coach, Replacing Antonio Conte

Massimiliano Allegri, one of Italy's most decorated football managers, has officially been named the new head coach of Napoli as of July 3, 2026. The 58-year-old succeeds Antonio Conte, who departed after two years at the helm. Allegri signed a contract extending through 2029 and is expected to earn approximately 4.5 million euros per season.

Allegri's playing career spanned 19 years, including stints at Livorno, Pescara, Perugia, and one season at Napoli. His early managerial career involved smaller clubs such as Aglianese, SPAL, Grosseto, Sassuolo, and Cagliari. In 2010, he was appointed AC Milan's head coach, leading them to a Serie A title in his first season by a six-point margin over city rivals Inter Milan.

After four years at Milan, Allegri took over Juventus in 2014, where he won five consecutive Serie A titles from 2014/15 to 2018/19 and four Coppa Italia trophies. He left Juventus in May 2019 but returned in 2021 for another three-year spell, securing the Coppa Italia in the 2023/24 season. Last season, Allegri managed AC Milan again, finishing fifth with 70 points, 17 points behind champions Inter.

Overall, Allegri boasts six Serie A titles, five Coppa Italia trophies, and three Italian Supercup wins, cementing his status as one of Italy's top football coaches. His appointment marks a significant new chapter for Napoli as they look to build on their recent successes in southern Italy.