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Sosa's amazing Napoli Friday 17 August, 2007

Roberto Sosa warns his Napoli want to “amaze” on their return to Serie A and could soon be joined by Manuele Blasi.

“This will certainly be a tough tournament, but we know that,” said the Argentine striker known as ‘El Pampa.’

“We have to work with humility and real effort to repay the fans for the affection they show us every day. Although we respect our opponents, we fear nobody.”

This is their first top flight campaign since 2001, but Napoli do not think like a newly promoted club.

“Obviously safety is the first target, but we have a strong desire to amaze. We want to prove that this squad did not get into Serie A for a fluke.”

The Azzurri are still strengthening their squad and it is reported they could complete a move for Juventus midfielder Blasi (pictured) within the next few days.

‘Tuttosport’ claim that a decisive meeting between Napoli director of sport Pierpaolo Marino and agent Davide Lippi – the son of World Cup winning Coach Marcello – has been arranged for Monday.

Udinese and Monaco are also interested in Blasi, but so far Napoli’s offer of £1.7m is the highest received by Juve.

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