Scott McTominay's fitness is in doubt for Napoli's crucial Serie A clash with Atalanta, live on BBC this Sunday. The Scottish midfielder, who has been instrumental in Napoli's campaign since joining from Manchester United, missed their last two games due to a tendon injury. His absence has coincided with Napoli losing two of three matches, highlighting his importance to the defending champions.

At 29, McTominay has flourished in Conte's system, scoring 23 goals and providing 10 assists in 70 appearances. Despite speculation about a potential Premier League return, he insists he's happy in Naples and could see himself staying long-term. His teammate Billy Gilmour, also recovering from injury, may get another chance to start if McTominay is ruled out.

Napoli, currently 11 points behind leaders Inter Milan, cannot afford further slip-ups in their title defense. The Partenopei face a tough test against seventh-placed Atalanta, who have won three straight league games and remain unbeaten in eight Serie A matches. With Inter playing Lecce a day earlier, Napoli could fall even further behind before kickoff.