Napoli boss Walter Mazzarri admits he's embarrassed by the compliments coming his way.

The Azzurri are regarded among the favorites for this season's Serie A title.

"For a long time I was underestimated as a Coach, while now it is pleasing and also embarrassing to hear all these compliments," he told the Corriere dello Sport.

"The success of a tactician also depends on his players and the club. I think by now I have enough experience to deal with any bench.

"It's my eighth year in Italy and sooner or later I'd like to work overseas. I had many offers this summer, but never seriously considered leaving Napoli."