Deeney slams Napoli’s Lucca: ‘One of the worst strikers I’ve ever seen’

Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has hit out at Lorenzo Lucca, calling the Napoli forward…

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Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Troy Deeney called Napoli forward Lorenzo Lucca one of the worst strikers he has ever seen.
Deeney criticized Lucca for confronting teammate Kevin De Bruyne during a 4-1 Champions League loss to Porto.
Lorenzo Lucca is expected to leave Napoli on loan during the upcoming January transfer window.

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Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has strongly criticized Napoli forward Lorenzo Lucca, calling him "one of the worst strikers I've ever seen." Speaking as a pundit on CBS Sports, Deeney condemned Lucca's recent performance and his conduct during Napoli's 4-1 Champions League defeat against Porto, where Lucca had an on-pitch dispute with Kevin De Bruyne.

Lucca's future at Napoli is currently in doubt following intense criticism over his form. The forward is expected to leave on loan in January, while Napoli manager Max Allegri targets a new striker, reportedly including Monza's Gustavo Varela.

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Deeney slams Napoli’s Lucca: ‘One of the worst strikers I’ve ever seen’

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