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Napoli Rule Out Hojlund and McTominay for Torino as Injuries Cloud PSV Trip

Conte prioritizes recovery over rushed returns during a packed stretch.

Overview

  • An official club notice confirmed Scott McTominay has a contusive injury to his left ankle and Rasmus Hojlund has muscular fatigue in his left thigh, ruling both out against Torino.
  • Conte said McTominay needed six stitches after a Thursday clash and explained Hojlund returned from national duty fatigued with a minor quadriceps issue.
  • Club staff chose not to risk either player and will reassess before Tuesday’s Champions League match at PSV and the subsequent league visit to Inter.
  • La Gazzetta dello Sport reports McTominay is unlikely to play in Eindhoven, while Hojlund could be available pending evaluations.
  • Reporting noted the double absence reduced Napoli’s attacking options, and director Manna said Romelu Lukaku is completing rehab in Belgium with a possible return next week.