Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay has admitted he would consider a move to Real Madrid to reunite with manager Jose Mourinho, sparking fears in Naples of a contract stand-off similar to the club's ongoing issues with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The 29-year-old Scotland international, who joined the Italian side from Manchester United for €30.5 million in August 2024, is currently under contract until June 2028 but has admitted his long-term future remains undecided.
Real Madrid links and contract uncertainty
Speaking to Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, McTominay revealed his openness to joining the Spanish giants if contacted by his former Manchester United manager. "If Mourinho called me to sign for Real Madrid, I would consider it. If that happened, I would think about it," McTominay said. When questioned about his current contract situation in Naples, where he earns approximately €5.6 million per season, the midfielder added: "I don't know, we haven't discussed it. I don't know yet if I'll renew."
Napoli are eager to secure the midfielder's long-term commitment to protect his market value. Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna confirmed that preliminary talks have commenced, stating: "We're talking about the renewal. We've met. Scott is an important player, he has two years left on his contract. We want to try to do it, he wants to do it, then we need to make things fit together. It's not always easy, but we're trying."
Napoli's Kvaratskhelia fears and squad context
According to reports, Napoli are concerned they could face a situation similar to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's complicated contract situation if McTominay does not agree to an extension. The club wants to avoid losing leverage in future transfer windows, especially given the player's high-profile status in midfield. McTominay is currently recovering from successful corrective surgery for a mild benign arrhythmia, a minor heart procedure that ruled him out of international duty. While this medical layoff has temporarily slowed the pace of talks, Napoli remain anxious to resolve his contract situation before European suitors firm up their interest.
