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McTominay could leave Napoli as club look to avoid free transfer after ex Man Utd star’s €8m wage demands

Next summer may be Napoli’s last chance to make money on Scott McTominay, with the…

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 8:45 AM
McTominay could leave Napoli as club look to avoid free transfer after ex Man Utd star’s €8m wage demands
Key Things to Know
  • Scott McTominay could leave Napoli next summer over reported €8m annual wage demands.
  • Napoli aims to avoid losing McTominay on a free transfer and may seek a permanent transfer.
  • The Scottish midfielder could command a transfer fee between €25m and €30m.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Scott McTominay is expected to leave Napoli at the end of the season as contract renewal talks have stalled over his €8m annual wage demands. With his deal expiring in 2028, next summer represents the Italian club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee and prevent losing the former Manchester United midfielder on a free transfer.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly unwilling to meet McTominay's salary expectations. The Serie A club could command a fee between €25m and €30m, with Premier League sides Aston Villa and Manchester United having already made summer enquiries.

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