3 Games Missed as Scott McTominay Undergoes Heart Procedure
SSC Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay is set for a two-week spell on the sidelines after undergoing a successful cardiac ablation procedure on September 8, 2026. The corrective treatment was performed at Spire Manchester Hospital in Manchester to address a mild, benign arrhythmia. Following a mandatory 14-day complete rest period, the Scotland international is scheduled to resume first-team training during the autumn international break.
Medical Clearance Timeline Set for Scott McTominay at SSC Napoli
The scheduled intervention temporarily restricts physical options in the centre of the pitch during a congested run of fixtures across multiple competitions. Having already missed the 3-2 Serie A defeat against Inter over the weekend, central squad depth faces sustained pressure while the workload shifts onto the remaining available midfielders.
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The cardiac ablation procedure was specifically arranged ahead of the upcoming international window to minimize total competitive games missed. The minor procedure requires a strict 14-day window of physical rest before cardiac tissue recovery allows for a safe return to high-intensity cardiovascular activity.
The confirmed two-week recovery window removes the midfielder from selection for Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League opener against Arsenal. He will also be unavailable for consecutive Serie A matches against Bologna and Fiorentina before reaching the clearance threshold to rejoin full squad training in late September.
