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Lobotka: “Not busy with contract, Napoli is my second family”
Players 10 August 2026

Lobotka: “Not busy with contract, Napoli is my second family”

Stanislav Lobotka calls Napoli his second family and says he is not concerned with his contract. The controlling midfielder spoke to Sky Sport about the start of the preparation and the arrival of Massimiliano Allegri on the bench.

Lobotka: “Not busy with contract, Napoli is my second family”

According to Tuttomercatoweb.

Why this matters

Stanislav Lobotka's commitment to Napoli highlights the strong bond between the player and the club, which is crucial for the team dynamic ahead of the new season in Serie A. His role as regista is essential for building and maintaining balance within the team, especially under the new leadership of Massimiliano Allegri, who is known for his tactical approach.

Key points

  • Lobotka: “Not concerned with contract, Napoli is my second family”.
  • Stanislav Lobotka calls Napoli his second family and says he is not concerned with his contract.
  • Lobotka: "Non penso al contratto, Napoli è la mia seconda famiglia".

Stanislav Lobotka has spoken strong words during the first days of Napoli's training camp about his bond with the club and the new start under Massimiliano Allegri. Speaking to Sky Sport, the Slovakian controller left no doubt about his priorities. “I don't think about the contract, Napoli is my second family,” he said resolutely. Lobotka wants to keep the focus on the field, now that the team is working on automatisms and fitness under a new trainer.

The midfielder was clear about the first practice match of the preparation. “We didn't play the way we wanted in the first match, but we know that these first matches are about gaining minutes and growing.” It is a well-known pattern in preparation: heavy training weeks put pressure on the legs, while trainers place new emphasis on pressing, positional play and organization. Lobotka, a permanent fixture for the defense, is a key player in the build-up and in capturing the second ball.

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The arrival of Massimiliano Allegri on the bench means a clear course for Napoli. Allegri is known for tactical discipline, compact defending and efficiency in transition. This places extra responsibility on the man at six, where Lobotka excels with game insight, clean passing and positional cleverness. The Slovakian is the link par excellence that keeps the team in balance and puts the attackers in position. During the preparation, the pace of ball circulation and the distances between the lines are tinkered with – exactly the details that Allegri usually focuses on.

The fact that Lobotka pushes his contract issue to the background fits in with the image of an experienced force who radiates calm. The signal to the supporters is clear: performance first, peripheral issues second. For Napoli, that focus is welcome. After a changeable year, the club wants to structurally participate again at the top of the Serie A. A solid start to the season, a recognizable playing identity and regaining stability are the next objectives.

The coming weeks will be all about further build-up, more practice matches and fine-tuning of the automatisms. Lobotka's role becomes crucial: as a conductor in the build-up and as a metronome who determines the rhythm. With his statement that Napoli feels like a “second family”, he underlines theconnection with the city and the team – exactly the kind of leadership a selection needs in a new cycle under a new coach.

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What's happening now

With preparation in full swing, Napoli will focus on improving team cohesion and implementing Allegri's tactical ideas. Lobotka's development as a key player in the team will be of great importance, especially in the upcoming friendlies, where they can further hone their rhythm and strategies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Stanislav Lobotka say about his contract with Napoli?

Lobotka has indicated that he is not concerned with his contract and describes Napoli as his second family.

Who is Napoli's new coach?

Napoli's new coach is Massimiliano Allegri.

Why isn't Lobotka working on his contract now?

Lobotka wants to keep the focus on the field now that the team is working on automatisms and fitness under a new trainer.

What are the changes under Massimiliano Allegri for Napoli?

Allegri sets a clear course with a focus on tactical discipline, compact defense and efficiency in transition.

What is Lobotka's role in the Napoli team?

Lobotka is the permanent fixture for the defense and is a key player in the build-up and in capturing the second ball.

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