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Walter Mazzarri expresses nostalgia for the field and reveals interest from several clubs: the former coach of Napoli talks about himself.

Walter Mazzarri, known for being the only coach to stay four consecutive years at Napoli under Aurelio De Laurentiis’ management, has confessed his longing for football and the desire to return to coaching. Despite the long break, Mazzarri claims to have received numerous offers from various clubs, a sign that his experience and competence are still highly appreciated in the international football scene. During a recent interview, he shared his thoughts and experiences, emphasizing how much he misses direct contact with the field and the players.

Naples, De Laurentiis

An Unforgettable Gesture

In addition to discussing his future, Mazzarri talked about the famous “watch gesture,” now immortalized at the Maradona stadium. This symbol has become an icon of his time in Naples, a period characterized by success and great passion. The coach reiterated his commitment to always defend his players, also responding to criticisms of those who accused him of making excuses. His dedication and his way of managing the group have been key elements that have marked his career and continue to positively influence his reputation.

Walter Mazzarri’s Words

“I miss coaching in the sense that, if I were to accept the next offer, I could do the things I did in the first sixteen years of my career. I regret accepting things
° that I wouldn’t have accepted before. If I were to get back into the game, respecting the roles, I would return to the
Mazzarri of before. New experiences on the bench? Many have sought me out, but after 23 years of coaching, I also have the right to choose. I can say that some teams have approached me, but: there was also the issue of war in those areas. In a place where they wanted me at all costs, then a bomb was thrown. After 23 years of my career, I repeat, I can afford to choose whether to go to a place more consciously.”
“I was often accused of finding excuses? When things don’t go well, I take responsibility. I always try to defend my players, maybe I used excuses to avoid attacking them. Instead, today I see colleagues of mine publicly attacking their players. I don’t care about making a good impression, I always had to protect my team.”
“The watch gesture? My gesture has become iconic. I wanted to either recover time or wanted the whistle because I was winning. We played well and to get a result against us they would come up with anything. This gesture is now immortalized at Maradona. It has become a ‘meme’ and in this sense, it can even please me.”

Unique in Naples for 4 years with De Laurentiis. “I miss coaching,” I have been contacted by many. I always defend my players. The watch gesture is now at Maradona Stadium.”

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Source: the account X by Schira

Walter #Mazzarri: “I was the only one to stay 4 years in #Napoli with #DeLaurentiis. I miss coaching: many have sought me out. Accused of making excuses? I have always tried to defend my players. Watch gesture? Now it is immortalized at the Maradona stadium…”. #calciomercato

— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) Nov 15, 2025