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Gabbiadini: Stats show I was not a Napoli failure

The striker joined Southampton after failing to hold down a starting role at his old club, but insists his goal record proves he made an impact there

New Southampton striker Manolo Gabbiadini fired a parting shot at his detractors at Napoli, stating his stats prove he was not a failure.

The Italy striker signed a four-and-a-half-year contract at St Mary's Stadium after arriving for a reported club-record fee of £17 million.

Once regarded as one of the most promising starlets of Italian football, Gabbiadini had flattered to deceive at Napoli despite a respectable maiden season at the San Paolo.