Napoli Set To Break Manchester United Hearts With McTominay Contract Extension
Scott McTominay has been a revelation for Napoli since leaving Manchester United.
Giuseppe Labellarte
Updated on 22 January 2026
Napoli are moving to tie Scott McTominay down with a new contract, as Premier League clubs keep an eye on his situation.
Reports in Italy say the Scotland midfielder is now seen as central to Napoli’s long-term project, on and off the pitch.
That is bad news for clubs in England who have been linked with a possible return, including Manchester United and Newcastle.
Napoli’s plan is to act early, with talks already under way over an extension that would push his deal beyond the current end date.
Napoli plan Scott McTominay contract extension to 2031 as Manchester United and Newcastle look on
Napoli have opened discussions to extend McTominay’s contract from 2028 to 2031, according to Tuttosport.
The report says the Partenopei want to ‘secure’ their technical leader with a renewal and a pay rise, reflecting his importance.
McTominay has become a key figure in midfield, offering power, running and goals, while also giving Napoli a strong personality in big moments.
Napoli have been here before. When a player becomes a fan favourite, they often try to lock him down before wealthier leagues circle.
Scott McTominay and why Premier League clubs will be frustrated
FootItalia have relayed reports claiming McTominay’s form has caught the attention of clubs back in England.
Manchester United – who sold him to Napoli in the first place – and Newcastle are both monitoring him.
There is also interest from Saudi Arabia, whose mighty financial muscle risks testing anybody’s resolve.
Furthermore, Real Madrid love McTominay, as do fellow European elites Bayern Munich.
However, Aurelio de Laurentiis is reportedly not interested in the slightest in losing McTominay.
Scott McTominay’s fourth #UCL goal of the season has Napoli ahead at the break!#BBCFootball pic.twitter.com/gr97uSD0FT
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) January 20, 2026
McTominay has proven he can handle the Premier League. And now, he looks even more complete thanks to his spell in Serie A.
However, a contract running to 2031 would make any move far more difficult and more expensive for interested teams.
Napoli also have no need to rush. Starting renewal talks now helps them stay in control, rather than letting outside noise take over.
Nothing is signed yet, and negotiations can always change. But the direction is clear, and Napoli appear determined to keep him.
If the renewal is agreed, Premier League sides may have to look elsewhere.
Meanwhile, Napoli would keep building around one of their biggest leaders.
Giuseppe Labellarte
Giuseppe Labellarte is a sports journalist with over a decade of professional experience in the industry. His main professional expertise is in soccer. Prior to joining FootItalia, he worked for the likes of Sports Mole, TBR Football, the Chelsea Chronicle and numerous other sites, along with having bylines in the likes of the Nottingham Post. He holds degrees in Journalism and International Relations.
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