Scott McTominay Set for Napoli Squad Return Against Frosinone
Scott McTominay is set to return to Napoli’s matchday squad for Saturday’s Serie A meeting with Frosinone, giving Massimiliano Allegri a timely midfield option after more than a month away. The 29-year-old will not be ready to start at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, but could be used for a 20-to-30-minute appearance.
McTominay cleared for limited return
The former Manchester United midfielder last played on August 30, in Napoli’s narrow league loss to Como. Tests subsequently identified a mild benign arrhythmia, leading to a minor cardiac operation intended to protect his longer-term health and playing future.
The procedure was completed successfully at the Spire hospital in Manchester on September 8. McTominay was then required to take two weeks of complete rest before beginning rehabilitation, and received clearance to resume group training on Wednesday.
Allegri confirmed that McTominay will be included in the squad against Frosinone. The coach said the midfielder is available for a short contribution rather than a place in the starting XI.
A measured route back after surgery
- August 30: McTominay makes his last appearance, against Como.
- September 8: He undergoes a successful minor heart procedure in Manchester.
- Following surgery: A two-week period of absolute rest is followed by rehabilitation work.
- Wednesday: He is authorised to rejoin full group training.
- Saturday: He is expected to make the Napoli squad and could feature from the bench against Frosinone.
Injury list remains a factor for Napoli
McTominay’s availability offers a lift, although Napoli remain without several players. Antonio Vergara and Costantino Favasuli are expected to be out for a longer period, while Mathías Olivera could return within a week.
Frank Anguissa is continuing his recovery. Allegri also pointed to Luca Marianucci’s return and the recent improvement shown by Benoit Badiashile as reasons for confidence in the depth still available to him.
The Napoli coach insisted that the absences cannot become a justification for results. His focus is on restoring momentum in a demanding spell of fixtures, with domestic matches and European commitments approaching.
Frosinone match carries added importance
Napoli begin the weekend ninth in Serie A and need a home win to improve their position. Allegri has warned his players against taking Frosinone lightly, highlighting the visitors’ intensity and work rate.
He described the coming month as decisive for Napoli’s ambitions, stressing that the side must approach every fixture with concentration, humility and respect for the opposition.
Key takeaways
- McTominay is back in contention after treatment for a mild benign arrhythmia.
- He is expected to be limited to a substitute role of around 20 to 30 minutes against Frosinone.
- Vergara and Favasuli remain longer-term absentees, while Olivera is nearing fitness.
- Napoli are ninth in Serie A and face an important run of league and European fixtures.
