A SCOTTISH firm is facing a legal row with both McDonald’s and Italian football champions Napoli over Scott McTominay’s nickname.
Giorgio Cozzolino has been sent legal letters challenging his bid to trademark the Scottish football ace’s “McFratm” nickname and use it for gin, pizza, coffee, whisky and restaurants, according to the Scottish Sun.
The St Andrews businessman claims, however, that it wasn’t inspired by McTominay – who was recently nominated for a prestigious Ballon D’Or. The term means “my brother” in the Naples dialect.
Both McDonald’s and Napoli have sent letters to Cozzolino, with the latter also registering it as a trademark for sporting goods, food and stationery.
Cozzolino told The Scottish Sun: “With McTominay playing in Napoli, there is more affinity between Scotland and the Italian city.
“It’s a good time to strengthen our connection.”
He added: “I informed Napoli by email after registering my trademark application.
"I’m open to discussions. I’m not intending to fight, but to find a solution.”
