Napoli's Di Lorenzo Named Club Captain
30-Year-Old Right-Back Takes Over Leadership Role
Following Departures of Insigne and Koulibaly
Giovanni Di Lorenzo, the 30-year-old Italian right-back for SSC Napoli since 2019, has been named the club's new captain. The announcement was made on July 14, 2022, following the departures of previous captains Lorenzo Insigne and Kalidou Koulibaly.
Born on August 4, 1993, in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Italy, Di Lorenzo has been a key player for Napoli since his arrival from Empoli. He has played over 100 matches for the club, helping them win the Coppa Italia in 2020.
Di Lorenzo's leadership qualities were recognized by manager Luciano Spalletti, who praised his "exemplary attitude and commitment to the team." The defender is known for his tenacity, defensive prowess, and ability to contribute to the attack. His impressive performances have also earned him a call-up to the Italian national team.
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