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Napoli back McTominay to stay amid Real links – gossip

Napoli believe Scott McTominay wants to extend his contract despite reports of Real Madrid interest, while Duncan Ferguson is linked with the manager's job with Glentoran.

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 7:06 AM
Napoli back McTominay to stay amid Real links – gossip
Key Things to Know
  • Napoli are in ongoing talks to extend Scott McTominay's contract amid reported interest from Real Madrid.
  • Former Inverness manager Duncan Ferguson is among the leading candidates to take over at Glentoran.
  • Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg explained midfielder Connor Barron's limited playing time during his loan from Rangers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna revealed contract extension talks are ongoing with 29-year-old Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay, whom the club believes wants to stay despite reported interest from Real Madrid. Meanwhile, former Inverness Caledonian Thistle boss Duncan Ferguson has emerged as a leading candidate to become the next manager of Glentoran.

In other developments, Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg addressed Rangers loanee Connor Barron's limited minutes, while Beveren technical director Bob Peeters backed new Hibernian manager Marink Reedijk for success. Additionally, former Rangers player Gregory Vignal expressed desire for a managerial role in Scotland, and 17-year-old Celtic B forward Lucas Clearie trained with the senior squad ahead of their Europa League tie with Benfica.

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