Photo by Scott McTominay career has taken an unexpected turn, and the young Scotsman is now making waves in Italy’s Serie A. After you leave. Manchester United against the wishes of the previous boss Erik ten HagMcTominay has found himself a new nickname – “McTotally” – from adoring Napoli fans.
The £25.4 million transfer fee that brought McTominay to the Partenopei was seen as “pure profit” by United officials, who were more focused on balancing the books than keeping the school’s promising product. However, Ten Hag’s reluctance to sell the midfielder appears to be well-founded.
McTominay has taken to Italian football like a duck to water, delivering a series of high-quality performances that have been part of Napoli’s impressive start to the season. The 24-year-old has already contributed a goal and two assists, making his form a key feature. This is Antonio Conte’s place a well-oiled machine.
The moniker “McTotally” is testament to the Scotsman’s relentless work rate and impressive all-round ability. His outstanding display against AC Milanwhere he collaborated with Brit Billy Gilmour in midfield, it was a highlight, as Napoli defended their 2-0 lead to maintain their place at the top of the Serie A table.
United officials may regret not heeding Ten Hag’s pleas to keep McTominay, whose passion for the Napoli project is evident in his words. “The pride of playing here is special,” he said when he arrived in Naples. “I wanted to come here and push harder because the fans are crazy, I would say they are some of the best fans I have ever seen.”
Since he is determined to win the The Scudetto and other trophies, McTominay’s nickname “McTotally” speaks volumes for his determination to make the most of this new chapter in his career. With Napoli continuing to impress, the former United man is proving that the Ten Hag’s reluctance to sell him may be well-founded.