Antonio Conte remained confident in Napoli's collective strength despite the absence of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Matteo Politano when they take on Fiorentina.
Wingers Kvaratskhelia and Politano will both be sidelined due to muscle injuries, adding to the club's growing injury problems.
Defender Alessandro Buongiorno has also been out for several weeks with a back injury.
But Conte is pleased with Napoli's strength in depth as he aims to lead them back to the top of Serie A.
“It was a week with some setbacks,” Conte said.
“So far we have done well, we have dealt with absences, and we will continue to do so.
“Unforeseen events, small or big, are part of the season, for every team.
“We have 41 points thanks to all 24 players. Everyone has contributed, and that is the most important thing. We should not depend on just one or two players.”
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Kvaratskhelia has scored five league goals and has made a further three this season, while Politano has scored just once in Serie A.
Conte also spoke highly of Fiorentina's form and expressed deep respect for the way they have played attacking football to climb to fifth in the standings.
“I always respect other teams, but we should not be afraid of anyone. We respect them because they are doing well; they have great players and are the fastest team in terms of speed during a match,” Conte said.
“We have to respect them, but at the same time we have to play our own game and continue to grow.”
Cone added that he was still putting together the team for a long-term project.
“We are building something. It takes time and patience,” he said.
“I am proud of the players, their commitment and commitment to this club.”
Napoli will have to be especially wary of Moise Kean on Saturday.
Among Serie A players in all competitions this season, Kean is the top scorer with 15 goals.
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