Team News: Manolo Gabbiadini handed first league start for Napoli against Chievo

Napoli manager Rafael Benitez has handed Manolo Gabbiadini his first Serie A start for the club in today's match against Chievo.

The 23-year-old joined the club from Sampdoria earlier this month and will take the place of the rested Marek Hamsik.

The visiting attack will be led by top goalscorer Gonzalo Higuain, who bagged a double in the Azzurri's 2-1 victory over Genoa on Monday.

Meanwhile, Chievo have made four changes to their side as they look for their first league win in five games.

Chievo: Bizarri, Gamberini, Cesar, Schelotto, Zukanovic, Radovanovic, Izco, Birsa, Hetemaj, Pellisier, Paloschi

Napoli: Rafael, Maggio, Albiol, Britos, Strinic, David Lopez, Jorginho, Gabbiadini, De Guzman, Mertens Higuain