Rome, 23 Oct. (LaPresse) – “In light of the rumours published in recent days by various media outlets, both in Italy and abroad, I feel it is appropriate to speak out to set the record straight. My name has been linked with numerous clubs, but at present there are no negotiations at an advanced stage.” This is how manager Antonio Conte, via his social media channels, has denied the many rumours linking his name to Manchester United, Juventus and other clubs. “Following a splendid and successful spell in charge of Napoli, I will take the time needed to consider how and when to return to management. It will be a carefully considered decision, which I will make when I feel the conditions are right. I have read about alleged financial demands and demands for full authority that I am said to have already made to the clubs mentioned, as well as reservations linked to what is described as my ‘strong character’. These are baseless claims because, as things stand, there are no concrete facts on which to base such assessments,” continued the former Napoli manager. “Should a concrete opportunity arise, it will be time to discuss matters with the club concerned and jointly assess the terms of a potential agreement, whilst respecting each other’s needs and the characteristics that define my work as a manager. Until then, any speculation regarding my demands and my professional future remains mere conjecture and cannot be regarded as fact,” concluded Antonio Conte.
Football: Conte on the rumours about Manchester United and Juventus: ‘Unfounded speculation’
Rome, 23 Oct. (LaPresse) – “In light of the rumours published in recent days by various media outlets, both in Italy and abroad, I feel it is appropriate to speak out to set the record straight. My name has been linked with numerous clubs, but at present there are no negotiations at an advanced stage.” This is how manager Antonio Conte, via his social media channels, has denied the many rumours linking his name to Manchester United, Juventus and other clubs. “Following a splendid and successful spell in charge of Napoli, I will take the time needed to consider how and when to return to management. It will be a carefully considered decision, which I will make when I feel the conditions are right. I have read about alleged financial demands and demands for full authority that I am said to have already made to the clubs mentioned, as well as reservations linked to what is described as my ‘strong character’. These are baseless claims because, as things stand, there are no concrete facts on which to base such assessments,” continued the former Napoli manager. “Should a concrete opportunity arise, it will be time to discuss matters with the club concerned and jointly assess the terms of a potential agreement, whilst respecting each other’s needs and the characteristics that define my work as a manager. Until then, any speculation regarding my demands and my professional future remains mere conjecture and cannot be regarded as fact,” concluded Antonio Conte.