Napoli Primed for Very Challenging Talks with McTominay | OneFootball

Scott McTominay will soon undergo a heart procedure to correct his benign arrhythmia and then focus on rehab, eyeing a return after the first international break, though such a timetable may be optimistic. In the coming months, Napoli will also have to sort out his extension talks. His contract is up in 2028.

According to Il Mattino, the negotiation won’t be easy because of the Scot’s demands. He asks for €6.5/7M yearly. He has never been rewarded for his stellar performances with a new deal since joining.

Napoli aren’t reluctant to be too lavish wages-wise, so they’ll do what they can to come to terms with McTominay, but success isn’t certain. A departure at the end of the season or even in January can’t be ruled out if the relationship between the parties soured. The midfielder winked at Real Madrid in a recent interview with Corriere della Sera, stating that he’d think about it if José Mourinho called him.

Director Giovanni Manna clarified the star’s status, talking to DAZN (via Metrapolisweb).

Our Take on Napoli and McTominay

Like in Frank Anguissa’s case, a major health issue interfered with pivotal talks. They’ll likely be on hold until he’s 100 percent. Once he’s back, he’ll prove once again that he’s worth the big bucks. The Azzurri have cap room available after the summer, but it’s more a matter of will than resources. Any decision will affect other deals and negotiations. A January exit would be shocking.