Manchester United are reportedly at the head of the queue to bring Scott McTominay back to Old Trafford, just 18 months after his £25.7million departure to Italy.
The Scotland international has undergone a stunning transformation since joining Napoli in August 2024. Not only did he spearhead Antonio Conte’s side to their second Scudetto in three years, but he also secured the Serie A MVP award a feat that has now put him back on the radar of the Premier League’s elite.
The Napoli Counter-Offer: Contract Until 2030
Faced with growing interest from Manchester, Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has wasted no time. Reports from Corriere dello Sport confirm that McTominay’s agent has flown into Naples for emergency talks over an enhanced contract extension.
The proposed deal would keep the 29-year-old at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona until June 2030, offering a significant wage hike to reflect his status as one of Europe’s most prolific midfielders. With 10 goals and 4 assists already this season, Napoli are desperate to protect their prize asset.
Why McTominay is Considering a “Homecoming”
Despite his success in Italy, rumors are intensifying that McTominay and his partner, Cam Reading, are weighing up a return to the UK. Tuttomercatoweb claims the midfielder is contemplating a Premier League comeback in 2026, with United leading the race for his signature.
Napoli’s Global Business Development Officer, Leonardo Giammarioli, admitted the club is “worried” about the financial power of the Premier League:
“He deserves it [the next level]. It’s difficult for Italian teams; the league continues to lose revenue,” Giammarioli told talkSPORT.
The Verdict: Does a Return Make Sense for United?
For United, re-signing McTominay would solve the “engine room” issues previously discussed by pundits like Roy Keane. However, with Napoli likely to demand a fee significantly higher than the £25.7m they paid, INEOS will have to decide if a “homecoming” for the academy graduate represents smart business or a costly U-turn.
Siara Costa is a football editor and writer covering both European men’s and women’s football, with a focus on league competitions, match coverage, and in-depth storytelling.
