Conte confident in Napoli's strength in depth
Antonio Conte remained confident in Napoli's collective strength despite the absences of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Matteo Politano when it takes on Fiorentina.
Wingers Kvaratskhelia and Politano will both be sidelined with muscle strains, adding to the club's growing injury woes.
Defender Alessandro Buongiorno has also been out of action for several weeks with a back injury.
But Conte is content with Napoli's strength in depth as he looks to guide iy back to the top of Serie A.
"It's been a week with some setbacks," Conte said.
"We’ve been managing well so far, coping with absences, and we’ll continue to do so.
"Unforeseen events, whether small or large, are part of the season, for every team.
"We have 41 points thanks to all 24 players. Each one has contributed, and that’s the most important thing. We mustn't depend on just one or two players."
Kvaratskhelia has scored five league goals and set up a further three this term, while Politano has scored just once in Serie A.
Conte also spoke highly of Fiorentina's form, expressing deep respect for the way it has played attacking football to climb to fifth on the standings.
"I always respect other teams but we shouldn’t fear anyone. We respect them because they’re doing well; they have great players and are the fastest team in terms of speed bursts during a match," Conte said.
"We must respect them, but at the same time, we need to play our own game and continue to grow."
Cone added that he was still building the team for a long-term project.
"We’re in the process of building something. It takes time and patience," he said.
"I’m proud of the players, their commitment and attachment to this club."
Napoli will have to be particularly wary of Moise Kean when it meets Fiorentina.
Among Serie A players this season across all competitions, Kean is the top scorer with 15 goals.
