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Max Johnston: Sturm Graz talent in the eyes of Serie A giants!
Max Johnston, the Scottish defender from Sturm Graz, is the focus of top international clubs, including SSC Napoli and Atalanta.
Max Johnston: Sturm Graz talent in the eyes of Serie A giants!
Max Johnston, a talented 21-year-old right-back, could no longer play for Austrian Bundesliga club Sturm Graz next season. How laola1 According to reports, Johnston has attracted interest from several international clubs, including Hamburger SV, Ipswich Town, Atalanta and Lens. Of particular note is the interest from SSC Napoli, who could potentially offer him the chance to play at a higher level.
Johnston, who was born on December 26, 2003, has made a name for himself at Sturm Graz over the last two years. He has had successful appearances in the Champions League and has stressed that he wants to play at the highest possible level. At Napoli he could also compete with captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo. This shows how highly regarded Johnston is in the European football scene, a sentiment that can also be supported by his performances with the Scottish national team.
Career progression and achievements
Max Johnston began his career at Motherwell's academy, joining at the age of 12. He made his professional debut on February 13, 2021 in the Lanarkshire derby against Hamilton Academical. After loan spells at Queen of the South and Cove Rangers, he returned to Motherwell and became an integral part of the first team. His talent did not go unnoticed as he won the SFWA Young Player of the Year Award for the 2022-23 season.
In July 2023, Johnston signed a contract with Sturm Graz until the summer of 2027. During his time in the Austrian Bundesliga, he has impressively demonstrated his skills and shows great potential for the future, which has led those in charge at Sturm Graz to assure him of further development within the club.
National and international assignments
Johnston has also made a splash on the international stage. He initially played for Scotland at under-16 level, where he scored on debut against Australia in 2019. After a short-term nomination for the U19 squad, he was called up to the Scottish senior national team squad for the first time in October 2023. He made his debut on March 20, 2025 during a UEFA Nations League game against Greece.
With his father Allan, also a Scottish international, and his uncle Sammy, a former professional, Johnston has a rich football tradition in the family. By May 24, 2025, he had already played two international matches without scoring a goal.
Should Johnston make the jump to Italy, it could not only represent a big step in his career, but also further strengthen his presence in international football.