While Carlo Ancelotti appeared serene during the pre match press conference, even a result against Genk allowing Napoli to qualify out of the group stage of the Champions League, one of the minimum objectives for the season, may not be enough to avoid a coaching change.
President Aurelio De Laurentiis may have repeatedly expressed confidence in his current manager publicly, he has already had multiple conversations with Rino Gattuso and has an agreement in principle with the former Milan manager on an eighteen month contract. The change could take place within a week even should Napoli qualify to round of sixteen of the Champions League.
Ancelotti may even take a step back despite a potential qualification after meeting with the club to try to find a positive solution financially for all involved. Just as Napoli are getting ready to host Genk, a lot is happening behind the scenes.
