Soma Zsombor Novothny (born 16 June 1994) is a Hungarian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Nemzeti Bajnokság I club Kisvárda.
On 2 September 2013, Napoli loaned Novothny out to Lega Pro Prima Divisione club Paganese to provide him with more opportunities for playing time. Napoli had the option of ending the loan prematurely.
On 10 September 2014, Novothny made his debut for Lega Pro Prima Divisione club Mantova in a goalless draw against Lumezzane, coming onto the pitch in the 73rd minute.
On 5 January 2015, Novothny was loaned to Lega Pro Prima Divisione club Südtirol for the second half of the 2014âÂÂ15 season. His coach was going to be his former Napoli coach Adolfo Sormani.
On 6 January 2015, Novothny made his first appearance for Südtirol against Arezzo Calcio, scoring twice in 4âÂÂ3 home win.
On 19 August 2015, it was officially announced that Novothny signed for Hungarian side Diósgyà Âri for a one-year loan deal.
On 20 Match 2019, it was officially announced that Novothny was loaned to Busan IPark.
On 7 September 2020, Novothny moved to German outfit VfL Bochum on a deal until June 2022.
On 3 January 2022, "Novothny approached us with the desire to terminate his contract early to pursue a new challenge. We have complied with this request, and thank him for his commitment and wish him all the best," said VfLâÂÂs Managing Director of Sport Sebastian Schindzielorz.
On 3 January 2022, it was officially announced that Novothny signed for Anorthosis Famagusta until June 2023.
On 15 June 2022, it was announced by newly promoted Vasas that they had signed Novothny until June 2025 on a free transfer.
On 21 February 2024, Novothny joined Polish club Ruch Chorzów on a deal until the end of the season, with an option for another year. On 24 June 2024, his deal was extended for a further three years.
On 26 June 2025, Novothny was transferred to Hungarian club Kisvárda.