Former England player James Collins has been appointed boss of Napoli. The Italian club are making a move with the 2013/14 season potentially holding a serious title challenge and European football. This is what Collins had to say:

"I have joint a club with similar ambitions to mine. We both want to make a name for ourselves. Its been too long that Napoli have sat in the shadows of the Milan clubs and Juventus. IT's their turn to shine. This club is a fantastic one. The board are supportive, the fans are passionate and the players are world class"


Back in England there have been many words of praise for Collins. Fergie, Keegan and Shearer have all give their words of encouragement to Collins.

The season is still a couple of months away but Collins is keen to get any potential transfers out of the way as soon as possible.