New Napoli coach Luciano Spalletti has set out his tactical plans for the new season.

Spalletti admits he will need energetic midfielders.

He said, “In my mind is a Napoli side that can surprise the opponents. A 4-2-3-1 gives us balance in both phases, while 4-3-3 is similar, it's just a slight shift.

“We need to do more on the ball. For example, Italy and in general the best European clubs now cover the full width of the pitch when attacking. We mustn't sit back on the defensive.

“When the team goes on the attack, the midfielders must follow them and press, so I ask the midfielders to put in a lot of kilometres, to be where they are needed."