Napoli's Rrahmani retires from Kosovo national team after 'co-ordinated attacks'
Amir Rrahmani, a key defender for Serie A leaders Napoli, has retired from international duty with Kosovo. The 31-year-old stated he has been the target of co-ordinated attacks, though the specific nature of those attacks was not detailed in the initial report. Rrahmani's decision removes one of Kosovo's most experienced and high-profile players from their squad, while freeing him up for club duty with Napoli. He had been a longstanding figure in the Kosovo setup since the federation gained UEFA membership.
Read the full story at football-italia.netRrahmani's international retirement is a significant loss for Kosovo, who lose a veteran defensive leader and one of the few players at a top European club. For Napoli, the silver lining is that their centre-back will be available for a heavier club schedule without the demands of international breaks. The phrase 'co-ordinated attacks' hints at off-field tensions — likely fan or media criticism — that have evidently become untenable for the player. How Napoli and their fans contextualise the decision may depend on what those attacks entailed.
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