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Antonio Conte 'could reach a deal to become Napoli coach this weekend' as the club's interest in Europa League-winning manager Gian Piero Gasperini cools 'amid new Atalanta deal'

Antonio Conte is drawing closer to being appointed as head coach at Napoli and a deal could be confirmed this weekend, according to reports in Italy.

The former Chelsea and Inter Milan manager has been closely linked with the role at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona since April amid a torrid season for the 2023-24 Scudetto-winners.

Napoli's dismal title defence saw the side play under three different head coaches following the departure of Serie A-winning manager Luciano Spalletti, with his replacement Rudi Garcia lasting just six months before he was dismissed in November.