Scott McTominay will sign a dramatically upgraded contract with Napoli, raising his salary from €4.4 million to €7 million per season, the club announced on 5 July 2026.
The 29‑year‑old midfielder has been a cornerstone since his 2024 move from Manchester United, netting 27 goals in 80 appearances and helping the side clinch the 2024‑25 Serie A crown.
What is the new deal?
Napoli’s board, citing journalist Nicolo Schira, says the proposed agreement runs for five years and includes performance bonuses tied to European competition progress. The salary hike makes McTominay one of the highest‑paid midfielders in Italy, reflecting his influence on the pitch and his marketability off it.
Why does Napoli want to lock him up?
McTominay’s arrival coincided with a tactical shift that turned Napoli into a relentless attacking unit. His late‑run into the box produced 12 of his 27 goals, while his work rate helped the team dominate midfield battles against traditional powerhouses like Juventus and Inter Milan.
Finishing 18th in the 2025 Ballon d’Or rankings, he proved his quality on a global stage, prompting rival clubs to monitor his contract closely. Securing him now avoids a costly summer scramble and sends a clear message to the Serie A rivals.
How does the contract compare to his peers?
The €7 million annual wage places McTominay ahead of several Serie A stars, but still below the elite salaries of players such as Lautaro Martínez and Sergej Milinković‑Savić. The deal also features a release clause of €120 million, a figure designed to deter premature exits while allowing Napoli flexibility if a suitor meets the price.
What does this mean for his future?
With the new terms, McTominay can focus on extending Napoli’s dominance domestically and making a deeper run in the Champions League. The club expects him to add at least five more goals next season and to continue providing the defensive cover that allowed Napoli to concede just 28 goals in 2024‑25.
Fans have already begun chanting his name at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, and merchandise sales have spiked by 22 % since the rumor mill started turning. The contract renewal is likely to boost ticket demand for the upcoming Serie A fixtures.
Napoli’s sporting director, Cristiano Gasperini, told reporters, “Scott has become the heartbeat of our side. Rewarding his contributions with a contract that reflects his impact is the right step for the club’s ambitions.”
The agreement still requires a medical and formal signing ceremony, slated for early August ahead of the new season’s kickoff. If all goes to plan, McTominay will enter the 2026‑27 campaign already settled and ready to lead Napoli’s charge for another Scudetto.