Scott McTominay, the current Napoli star, has found himself at the centre of transfer speculation as reports suggest Manchester United are keen to bring him back to Old Trafford. The Scottish international, who was transferred to the Italian outfit for a fee around £25 million in the summer of 2024, has been a revelation in Serie A, guiding Napoli to league success last term.
Despite being one of United’s standout performers during their challenging 2023/24 campaign, McTominay was deemed surplus to requirements as the club sought to generate funds for a squad rebuild. In hindsight, this decision seems questionable given McTominay’s role in Napoli’s triumph and his continued excellence this season, particularly in a more advanced role. Discussions are ongoing regarding an improved contract with the Serie A giants.
Speculation linking McTominay with a return to the Premier League has intensified, coinciding with his contract negotiations. The notion of a United return could be a strategic play to leverage a better deal with Napoli.
Recent reports indicate that McTominay harbours dreams of returning to England’s top flight, with Manchester United seemingly leading the charge for his signature. However, Nicolo Schira provides further insight, revealing that McTominay’s primary focus remains on extending his stay in Italy.
Schira shared on social media platform X: “Exclusive – Talks are progressing well for Scott McTominay’s contract extension with Napoli. A new deal until 2030 with an option for 2031 and a salary increase has been offered. Despite receiving two significant bids from Premier League and Saudi clubs, his priority is staying.”
Napoli’s global business development officer, Leonardo Giammarioli, has expressed concern over the potential departure of their midfield dynamo. “Naturally, I’m worried [McTominay could leave],” Giammarioli admitted. “However, for Scott, who’s a genuinely nice guy, we would be delighted if he ascends to the next level in due course – maybe not now, or next year, but he deserves it.”
The pursuit of McTominay by Manchester United adds another layer of intrigue as he navigates a critical phase in his career, balancing personal ambitions with professional commitments in Italy.
Elsewhere, there are whispers around the future of Marcus Rashford and Barcelona’s interest in Manchester City’s Jack Grealish as part of a contingency plan, further demonstrating the ever-evolving landscape of European football transfers.