Napoli are preparing to offer Scott McTominay a lucrative contract extension as new manager Massimiliano Allegri builds his midfield around him. The Scotland international has established himself as a vital figure in Naples following an impressive spell, prompting the Italian club to move quickly to secure his long-term future.
Dele Alli remains lost in the footballing wilderness, with former Serie A star Des Walker telling GOAL why his fellow ex-England international found the going tough when entering “a last chance saloon” at Como. The one-time Tottenham superstar made just one substitute appearance for Cesc Fabregas’ side before being released back into the free agent pool.
Scott McTominay has enjoyed a remarkable renaissance in Italian football, on the back of leaving Manchester United for Napoli, with ex-Serie A star Des Walker telling GOAL how that success has been enjoyed after “starting from way below” many of those around him. The many challenges of life in Italy have been conquered in style by a title-winning MVP.
Napoli have officially confirmed the appointment of Massimiliano Allegri as their new head coach following his departure from AC Milan. The highly decorated tactician steps into the dugout to replace Antonio Conte, signalling the start of a fresh chapter for marquee stars Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne.
Scott McTominay has become a talismanic presence for Scotland and Napoli, but will the former Manchester United midfielder fancy another shot at life in the Premier League? Kenny Miller has explained to GOAL why the revitalised 29-year-old has no need to consider a retracing of steps at club level after finding professional and personal dreams to live in Italy.
Scotland suffered a potentially damaging 1-0 defeat to Morocco in their second match of the 2026 World Cup in Boston, meaning they will need to take something from their final Group C clash against Brazil to stand any chance of reaching the last 32. Steve Clarke's side fell behind inside two minutes, and in truth they never recovered.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has urged his former club to launch a sensational move to re-sign Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay. The iconic forward admitted his utter bewilderment at the Red Devils' decision to sanction the 29-year-old’s cut-price £26 million ($35m) departure to Serie A two years ago, following his exceptional transformation into an elite goalscoring talent.
Thomas Tuchel has no shortage of world-class talent to choose from within England's squad for the 2026 World Cup. But while the presence of players such as Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice mean that the Tuchel's team are among the favourites, it's worth imagining a world where every England-eligible player at the tournament opted to represent the Three Lions.
Scott McTominay is heading into the 2026 World Cup on the back of the most transformative year of his career, fueled by a Scudetto win and a new life in Naples. The Scotland international has been recharging his batteries alongside partner Cam Reading before joining up with his national team-mates for the global showpiece.
Scott McTominay has opened up on his remarkable life transformation in Italy, where the former Manchester United midfielder has evolved from a Premier League workhorse into a Serie A superstar and fashion icon. Since trading Old Trafford for Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, the Scotland international has spearheaded a Scudetto-winning campaign and secured a prestigious Ballon d'Or nomination.
Scott McTominay has revealed he is showing no mercy to Napoli team-mate Rasmus Hojlund following Scotland’s dramatic path to the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder, who has become a cult hero in Italy, admitted he and Billy Gilmour have been relentlessly reminding the Danish striker of the spectacular overhead kick that helped seal Scotland's qualification at Denmark's expense.
Scotland's World Cup preparations have been rocked by a "cruel" injury to midfield anchor Billy Gilmour, leaving his team-mates and coaching staff in a state of shock. The Napoli star was forced off during the 4-1 friendly victory over Curacao, with Scott McTominay leading the tributes to a player who has become central to the Tartan Army's ambitions.
Scott McTominay could return to Manchester United for a “big transfer fee”, Robert Snodgrass has told GOAL, with the Scotland international proving himself across two productive seasons at Napoli. The all-action midfielder has morphed into a goal-scoring No.10 in Italy and may be tempted to head back to Old Trafford as a replacement for Joshua Zirkzee.
Scott McTominay's legendary status in Scottish football has reached a new level after his iconic overhead kick against Denmark was chosen to feature on a new limited edition £20 banknote. The Bank of Scotland revealed the unique design to celebrate the national team's successful qualification for the World Cup, marking their first appearance at the tournament in 28 years.
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