Juan Jesus, former Napoli player, shares his thoughts on leaving the club and praises Antonio Conte as a great fit for the Italian national team.

Juan Jesus: "Unforgettable Emotions at Napoli. Conte? Perfect for

Juan Jesus is no longer a Napoli player, having seen his contract expire on June 30. The club made the decision not to renew his deal, leaving the Brazilian defender currently without a team. In a recent interview with DAZN, Juan Jesus reflected on his departure and the unforgettable moments he experienced during his five years at the club. "I think my farewell letter was the least I could do. I didn't want to follow the usual route of a video or a post. I wanted to thank Napoli in a different way. I had five beautiful years, despite the challenging season we faced. That experience helped us grow, both as individuals and as footballers. I wrote about everything I experienced there. I could have gone on for much longer because I've lived through emotions I'll remember for the rest of my life," he stated.

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Beyond his personal reflections, Juan Jesus also shared his thoughts on the possibility of Antonio Conte becoming the next head coach of the Italian national team. "I had him as my coach for two years. He brings a unique mental and competitive edge to the team—he instills something extra in you. After a very tough year, he quickly helped us understand how to work effectively. He works to win, and he has his own method, whether you like it or not. Personally, I had a great experience with him; we often joked around. I told him, 'Either you make me stop in three months, or I don't know!' But he has given me so much; I feel physically capable of playing for another three years at a high level. He has helped me grow both physically and mentally, providing me with many positive aspects. I believe the Italian national team would be very suitable for him and could help steer the group away from this challenging phase. It’s a problem that Italy isn’t in the World Cup, and it needs to be resolved as soon as possible."

As Juan Jesus embarks on the next chapter of his career, his insights into his time at Napoli and his views on Conte's potential appointment highlight the passion and dedication he holds for both club and country. Fans will be watching closely to see what comes next for the Brazilian as he seeks new opportunities in football.

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