Internal balance, not McTominay’s demands, drives Napoli’s new contract offer

Napoli are accelerating talks over a contract extension for Scott McTominay, with Il Mattino reporting that the initiative stems from the club’s desire to preserve squad harmony rather than from any pressure exerted by the player himself.

Club directors have already outlined a proposal that would keep the 29-year-old at the Stadio Maradona until 2030, adding two extra seasons to the current deal that runs to June 2028. Sources stress that the Scotland international has never voiced financial grievances, but Napoli feel a salary increase is warranted after a campaign in which McTominay has registered ten goals and four assists in 34 appearances across all competitions.

The former Manchester United midfielder played a pivotal role in the 2024-25 Scudetto triumph and was subsequently named Serie A’s best player, achievements that have convinced the Partenopei hierarchy that rewarding him is essential to maintaining the locker-room equilibrium assembled during the title run.

Negotiations are expected to reach a swift conclusion, with both parties hopeful of a handshake agreement in the near future.

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