Transfer market: McTominay in limbo, Endrick between Roma and Real
In the hallway of Napoli's training centre, the executives are looking at the bundle of documents that bears the name of Scott McTominay, 30, with his contract expiring in June. The Scottish midfielder, who will turn 30 on 8 December, is reportedly asking for about €8 million in salary and a valuation between €25 million and €30 million, against a budget entry of €7.5 million.
Rumours suggest that several clubs have already gauged his availability: from the usual Manchester United, to Aston Villa, up to a possible interest from Mourinho's Real Madrid. McTominay appears more inclined to a return to the Premier League, especially as a renewal at Napoli is considered unlikely given the requested figures.
Roma and Endrick in limbo
Roma had closed on Endrick, but Mourinho decided to keep him at Real Madrid. Nevertheless, the Giallorossi maintain contact with the Blancos and will consider a possible loan. The two teams will meet in the Champions League on 14 October, providing an opportunity to discuss the matter directly.
Meanwhile, Fiorentina has shown interest in defender Tiago Gabriel, who shone last season with Lecce. Milan have put forward a financial offer, but the Viola have not accepted it. Gabriel has renewed with Lecce until 2031, protecting himself from future offers, but Fiorentina could become a concrete option.
Napoli set to cash in on Scott McTominay as Villa weigh €25‑30m move
Other transfer market moves
Burnley are monitoring the executive market and have set their sights on Diego Lopez, sporting director of Genoa. The English club have gathered information, but Lopez has not yet given a definitive answer, considering the project launched by Genoa with Daniele De Rossi on the bench to be valid.
Gilberto Mora, a young midfielder from Club Tijuana, has attracted Liverpool's interest. After scoring the youngest goal in the history of the Mexican national team, the English club is reportedly preparing a formal offer of around £40 million, roughly €47 million, to secure his transfer.
The market continues to move relentlessly, with Italian, English and Spanish clubs seeking to strengthen their squads before the transfer window closes. Ongoing negotiations show how competitive the European transfer market landscape is.