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McTominay enjoyed a brilliant debut season with Napoli, scoring 12 goals and providing four assists as he led it to the Serie A title and won the most valuable player award.

Since the Scotsman joined Napoli, only Como's Nico Paz (29) and AC Milan's Christian Pulisic (30) have directly contributed to more goals among midfielders in the Italian top-flight than McTominay (25 – 18 goals, seven assists).

The 29-year-old signed from Manchester United for a reported €30.5 million ($49.9 million) and has become one of Antonio Conte's most important players, but he could remain on the sidelines for the match against Lecce on Sunday (AEDT).

His current deal expires in June 2028, and Manna is in no rush to start contract extension talks despite McTominay's impressive performances.

"Scott is an important player for us. He's happy to stay at Napoli, and he proves so when he plays, and in the way he lives in the city," Manna said.

"He has two years left in his contract, and we have a very honest relationship. We are talking, but it's not a current issue.

"We are aware of Scott's importance. We have received no offers, as the player has never expressed a desire to leave."

Manna also revealed that Napoli is planning its future with Conte at the helm, praising the head coach's resilience this season with an injury-hit squad.

"It's normal, one always plans ahead. We've known each other for two years, and the work we've done has been incredible," the Napoli director said.

"In other circumstances, we wouldn't have been third or would have won the Supercoppa. We look to the future with serenity and tranquillity."

Napoli is currently third in Serie A, five points clear of fifth, after back-to-back wins, while Lecce sits 16th, three points above the drop zone.

It returned to winning ways last time out against Cremonese, but will need to be at its best to get anything out of the game against Conte's side.