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Serie A
Napoli star McTominay clears important hurdle after heart surgery
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McTominay cleared to resume group training after heart surgery; Italian Olympic Committee approved his return following successful medical tests.
Scott McTominay has been cleared to rejoin Napoli's group training after undergoing heart surgery in September for a detected arrhythmia. The Scottish midfielder passed the required medical examination, and Italy's Olympic Committee (CONI) granted approval for his return. McTominay, who has scored 27 goals in 82 appearances since joining Napoli and contributed to their 2024 Serie A title, will now build fitness ahead of the club's busy schedule featuring Champions League matches and Serie A fixtures against Roma and Juventus.
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