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Sources: Napoli Close to Agreeing Scott McTominay Deal
Exclusive reports indicate that Napoli are on the verge of agreeing a new contract with star midfielder Scott McTominay, the Scottish international who has become a cornerstone of the club's success since joining from Manchester United in 2024.
McTominay's £25.7 million transfer to Napoli on August 30, 2024, marked the end of his seven-year stint at Old Trafford, where he made over 250 appearances and won the FA Cup and EFL Cup. In his debut 2024–25 Serie A season, he quickly adapted, scoring his first league goal in just 25 seconds against Como and a stunning acrobatic kick against Cagliari on May 23, 2025, to help secure Napoli's fourth Scudetto title. Named Serie A MVP and included in the Team of the Season, he also earned a Ballon d'Or nomination, emerging as a focal player for the champions.
Now in the 2025–26 campaign, McTominay has continued his form, netting the opener against Sassuolo on August 23, 2025, and a volley against Inter Milan on October 25, propelling Napoli to the top of the table. Despite a recent tendon injury sidelining him for two matches—with his status for the Atalanta clash uncertain—he remains fully committed.
Speaking exclusively to Corriere dello Sport, McTominay dismissed exit rumors: “I am incredibly content here; Napoli occupies all my thoughts. I can envision myself here for an extended period.” He praised the fans' mentality, which aligns with his own, and noted his family's happiness in the city.
With his current contract running until June 2028, Napoli are eager to extend it sooner amid interest from Premier League clubs, including Manchester United. Club sources confirm advanced talks for a new deal to ward off suitors and reward his pivotal role. Director of Football has acknowledged the need to secure the Scudetto hero long-term, signaling a breakthrough is imminent.
This prospective agreement underscores McTominay's transformation from United academy product to Serie A superstar, promising stability for Napoli's title defense.
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