Napoli's McTominay to Undergo Heart Surgery, to Miss Scotland's 4 Nations League Matches
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Summary
Napoli have confirmed that Scottish midfielder Scott McTominay will undergo a minor heart procedure to treat a mild benign arrhythmia, forcing him out of action until after the October international break. The 29-year-old was replaced during Sunday's Serie A match against Como and subsequent medical examinations revealed the cardiac issue. McTominay, who joined Napoli from Manchester United two years ago, will miss both club and country commitments during his recovery period.
Key Points
- McTominay was substituted at the 56th minute during Napoli's Serie A match against Como on Sunday, with Kevin De Bruyne coming on as his replacement
- Medical examinations after the match revealed a mild benign arrhythmia; the club announced he will undergo catheter ablation surgery to correct the condition
- McTominay will miss Napoli's Serie A fixtures against Inter Milan, Bologna, and Fiorentina, as well as a Champions League match against Arsenal
- For Scotland, he will be unavailable for all four Nations League matches in September and October, including doubleheaders against Slovenia and games versus North Macedonia and Switzerland
- Since joining Napoli from Manchester United, McTominay has made 82 appearances scoring 27 goals, helping the club win the 2024/25 Serie A title and earning Serie A Player of the Season honours
Why It Matters
McTominay's absence represents a significant setback for Napoli as they navigate a demanding schedule across both domestic and European competitions. His stellar form since arriving from Manchester United has made him indispensable to the team, and his projected return in mid-October means he will miss crucial fixtures during a critical period of the season .
McTominay's absence represents a significant setback for Napoli as they navigate a demanding schedule across both domestic and European competitions. His stellar form since arriving from Manchester United has made him indispensable to the team, and his projected return in mid-October means he will miss crucial fixtures during a critical period of the season .