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Scott McTominay Napoli 2025-26

‘Incredibly strong’ McTominay billed as best in Serie A

Scott McTominay has once again been billed as the standout performer in Serie A. Said standing was recently made official when landing the division’s Player of the Year award for 2025 - with the history books being rewritten. A club colleague at title holders Napoli, Sam Beukema, has now explained what makes the former Manchester United midfielder special.

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'Very humble' De Bruyne catches Napoli by surprise

New Napoli signing Sam Beukema heaped praise on team-mate Kevin De Bruyne as the defender claimed that he was left "surprised" by the Manchester City legend's humility. De Bruyne, who left City after 10 years this summer to join Napoli on a free transfer, has made a bright start to his life in Italy as he has already scored two goals in five appearances for his club, across all competitions.

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Cole Palmer is an extremely technical player who features as either a central attacking midfielder or a right winger for Chelsea. He is left-footed, which allows him to cut in from the right flank when he's used as a winger.

Cole Palmer was born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, in England.

Cole Palmer wears the No. 20 shirt at Chelsea, assigned to him when the club signed him from Manchester City in 2023.

Cole Palmer stands at 1.89m (6ft 2in) tall. Although he's not the quickest offensive player, he possesses exceptional technical ability and game sense.

Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer weighs 74kg (163 lbs).

Cole Palmer joined the Manchester City youth setup for their under-eights in 2010, despite growing up as a Manchester United fan.

Cole Palmer is yet to become a father.

Although the English international is yet to confirm it publicly, he was spotted on a vacation in Ibiza with manicurist and influencer Connie Grace shortly after the completion of Euro 2024, sparking rumours of a relationship.