Napoli has confirmed a significant setback for the squad as defender Alessandro Buongiorno will be excluded from the team's pre-season training camp. Recent medical tests revealed that the 27-year-old's right knee injury has not fully healed, necessitating a specialist consultation to determine if a surgical procedure is required.
The Italy international, who was acquired by the Partenopei for €36.5 million plus add-ons in the summer of 2024, could face a layoff of several months should he undergo surgery. This development comes as a blow to new coach Max Allegri, who will be forced to manage his pre-season preparations without a full squad at his disposal. The injury, which flared up toward the conclusion of the previous Serie A campaign, adds to the defender's recent medical history, following an adductor issue that caused him to miss a number of matches last season.
The defensive outlook for Napoli remains strained, particularly as the club is already managing a shortage of options at the back following the departure of Juan Jesus, who was released upon the expiration of his contract.
Now a specialist consultation is required to see if a surgical option is necessary.
