In a Napoli side that seems to have lost its way, one of the few beacons still showing the direction is Scott McTominay. Despite a season that started on the wrong foot and a heart problem, which has now been resolved, the Scot has not lowered the level of his performances, as confirmed by his 5 goals in 11 appearances this season between Serie A and the Champions League.
Now, Allegri's team is going through a difficult period, and the former Manchester United player has also endured some difficult evenings. His contribution to Napoli's play has sometimes been insufficient in terms of build-up and presence in midfield, but when it comes to making runs into the opposition penalty area and making the difference, Scott is always there. Will he also be there in the future? This is the question many Napoli fans are asking, given his contractual situation and the halt in renewal negotiations.
Born in 1996, 29-year-old McTominay has reached a turning point in his career, which was revitalised by his arrival at Napoli and the Scudetto won with Antonio Conte in charge. His current agreement with the Partenopei expires in 2028, but discussions over a renewal are at a standstill. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Napoli remain confident that an agreement can be reached over an extension, but the uncertainty currently surrounding the club's project, the results that have been slow to arrive and doubts about Napoli's future are also influencing the assessments of the Scottish midfielder and his entourage. Between September and October, there had been significant progress towards a renewal, but the situation now appears more delicate. According to Repubblica, discussions may have even ground to a halt. McTominay and his representatives want to gain a clearer understanding of Napoli's future prospects before finalising the new agreement.
Meanwhile, as reported by Sky Switzerland journalist Tavolieri, the player's agent has reportedly already held discussions with several English clubs and sounded out potential interest. Given the player's high salary demands, as well as his contractual situation and age, Napoli have not completely ruled out a possible sale. According to the aforementioned sources, a fee of around €25–30 million would be required to let him leave. The aim would be to avoid selling him below his value, considering that Napoli signed him from Manchester United in the summer of 2024 for €30 million.
With his contract expiring in a year and a half, McTominay earns €4.5 million, thanks to clauses in his agreement that allowed his salary to rise from €3 million to €4.5 million per year. The club would indeed like to extend his contract until 2030 with an improved salary, but does not want to accept the Scot's demands, as he has requested a significant pay rise, potentially reaching €7–8 million net. After all, the arrival of Kevin De Bruyne and his €6 million annual salary have overturned the hierarchy in the dressing room and prompted the Scot to raise his demands.
A future that once seemed secure is therefore now at much greater risk. According to Repubblica, there could even be surprises as early as January, with a sale that should, however, be avoided at least over the coming months. At the end of the season, McTominay and Napoli will sit down to renegotiate the terms of a new contract, once the club's plans have become clearer.
For their part, Napoli could work on a new agreement by introducing additional performance-related bonuses linked to individual performances, appearances and team objectives. Several clubs are monitoring the player: Aston Villa and Manchester United had enquired about him in the summer.
In the coming weeks, Real Madrid and Milan should also be watched, as they are closely following developments in the McTominay situation.
This was reported by Calcio Mercato.
