Four-Week McTominay Absence Forces Midfield Reshuffle for Inter and Arsenal
SSC Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay will undergo a minor heart procedure to resolve a mild, benign arrhythmia, ruling him out of action for approximately four weeks. SSC Napoli confirmed that the Scotland international is slated to complete his recovery during the upcoming international break, targeting a return to competitive action in October.
Scott McTominay Medical Procedure and Recovery Timeline
The corrective procedure addresses a benign condition identified by medical personnel, requiring a brief period of physical rest before full training resumption. SSC Napoli medical staff have outlined a month-long rehabilitation protocol to ensure the midfielder safely completes his post-procedure recovery steps.
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clubMcTominay’s month-long absence leaves a notable vacuum in central midfield during a dense stretch of early-season competition. The loss compresses selection depth across domestic and continental fronts, placing heightened physical demands on the remaining central options across consecutive weeks of high-profile fixtures.
Napoli Match Calendar and Expected October Return
The four-week timeline rules McTominay out of three Serie A fixtures, starting with the upcoming trip to face Inter Milan at San Siro. He will also miss the home encounter against Bologna on September 13 and the away journey to Fiorentina on September 20, alongside the Champions League opener against Arsenal at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on September 9.
Scott McTominay
playerSSC Napoli target the home Serie A fixture against Frosinone on October 10 as the expected return match for McTominay following the conclusion of the international break.