” Joao Mario making steps towards recovery for Naples.” Gazzetta dello Sport updates us on the Portuguese situation, since he was forced to sit out the derby due to an acute case of Tonsillitis. “On Tuesday, the Portuguese midfield finally recovered from his illness. Yesterday, following the resumption of training after Spalletti authorised a rest day for the whole group, Joao Mario also returned but was confined to gym work indoors. Today he could be back at work outdoors with an increased workload before the big fixture with Napoli, after the morning session they will then take lunch. followed by the Coach’s lecture and then finally the journey to Naples. Given what has happened over the last few days – including antibiotics – at most the Portuguese national will get a place on the bench”.
Meanwhile Brozovic continues his treatment after his calf injury: The Croat will hopefully return for Verona, if not then Torino. So it seems likely that Spalletti will continue with the deeper Vecino-Gagliardini pivot, while Borja Valero takes the more advanced role. Joao Cancelo also remains an alternative for the right, with Candreva possibly moving behind Icardi: although it is unlikely at the moment.
