# Scott McTominay medical recovery and contract status

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/scott-mctominay-medical-procedure
> Updated: 2026-09-08T11:19:09.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 4.

Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay is undergoing rehabilitation following cardiac ablation surgery in London to treat a mild, benign case of cardiac fibrillation. The procedure was scheduled during the international break to minimize his absence from competitive play.

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna noted that the recovery process requires two weeks of rest followed by a 28-day period to achieve medical clearance for sports, as the player must take anticoagulant medication. While the club aims for a return by October, some specialists suggest full recovery and a return to training could extend into November. McTominay is expected to miss Napoli’s Champions League opener against Arsenal, upcoming Serie A fixtures, and Scotland’s Nations League matches.

His medical recovery coincides with ongoing uncertainty regarding his professional future. While previous discussions regarding a contract extension through 2030 faced hurdles, reports indicate a gap remains between McTominay’s salary expectations—approximately 6.5 million euros net—and the club’s current structure. With his contract set to expire in 2028, Napoli may consider entertaining transfer offers as early as the January window to prevent the player from leaving for free if a new agreement is not reached.

Recent updates confirm that McTominay has successfully undergone a Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) at Spire Manchester Hospital to correct the arrhythmia. The club stated the intervention was completed without complications. The 29-year-old is expected to observe a rest period of approximately two weeks before beginning individual training sessions.

## Claims

- Scott McTominay underwent a successful ablation procedure at Spire Manchester Hospital. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- McTominay is expected to rest for approximately two weeks before resuming training. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Dr. Carlo Pappone indicated that at least two months of recovery and rigorous monitoring are required. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The surgery was required to correct a mild, benign arrhythmia. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The procedure used was Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA). (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Scott McTominay suffers from a benign form of arrhythmia. (single source)
- McTominay will undergo an ablation surgical procedure. (single source)
- McTominay stated the medical situation was planned with the club. (single source)
- Napoli Sporting Director Giovanni Manna stated the surgery was scheduled early to ensure availability for October. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Scott McTominay undergoes successful heart procedure

SSC Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay has successfully undergone a heart ablation procedure to treat a mild arrhythmia. He is expected to return to training in approximately two weeks.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scott-mctominay-undergoes-successful-heart-procedure

### 2026-09-06: Scott McTominay to undergo cardiac surgery in London

Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay will undergo cardiac surgery in London to treat a benign arrhythmia. He is expected to miss several club and international matches, with a potential return in October.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scott-mctominay-faces-injury-absence-and-transfer-uncertainty-at-napoli

### 2026-09-03: Scott McTominay to undergo heart surgery in Liverpool

Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay will undergo heart surgery in Liverpool to treat a benign arrhythmia, with a recovery period expected to last between four weeks and two months.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scott-mctominay-to-undergo-surgery-for-arrhythmia

### 2026-09-01: Scott McTominay to undergo heart surgery for benign arrhythmia

Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay will undergo heart surgery to correct a benign arrhythmia. He is expected to miss several club and international matches, with a return planned for October.

31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fenerbahe-targets-napoli-midfielder-scott-mctominay

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