Napoli’s Scott McTominay undergoes successful heart surgery

Scotland international Scott McTominay underwent a corrective heart procedure on Tuesday morning at Spire Manchester Hospital, with Napoli confirming the operation achieved its intended outcome. The midfielder required surgical intervention to address a heart rhythm irregularity that, while not deemed severe, necessitated medical treatment through an ablation technique.

The 29-year-old will adhere to a structured two-week rest period before resuming full training activities with his Serie A club. During this recovery phase, McTominay will be unavailable for Napoli's Champions League encounter against Arsenal scheduled for midweek, as well as Scotland's upcoming Nations League matches against Slovenia, Switzerland, and North Macedonia.

Since joining Napoli from Manchester United in 2024, McTominay has established himself as a productive member of the squad, contributing substantially across competitions. However, the club has experienced difficulty in their domestic campaign, currently holding just three points from their opening three league fixtures.

Beyond his immediate recovery, McTominay's forced absence comes at a challenging moment for Napoli, who face consecutive fixtures against Arsenal, Bologna, and Fiorentina before the international break. His return to full fitness will be anticipated as the club seeks to improve their early-season standing.