MANCHESTER UNITED has come under fire following Scott McTominay’s impressive start at Napoli, where the midfielder has quickly made his mark since his summer move.
McTominay, who joined the Serie A champions for just £25 million, has hit the ground running, delivering strong performances and remaining unbeaten in his first four appearances. He has also found the back of the net once in the cup competition.
The 27-year-old’s form has earned praise from the Italian media, with one journalist, Riccardo Trevisani, openly criticizing Manchester United for letting McTominay go.
Trevisani accused the club of mishandling talent and questioned their decision-making.
Speaking to Cronache di Spogliatoio, Trevisani didn’t hold back: “McTominay scored goals, showed determination, and carried the team, yet they kicked him out! Manchester United is a club that only makes poor decisions. They’ve killed the potential of players like Højlund, De Ligt, Antony, Rashford, Zirkzee, and even Casemiro. It’s a joke. They’ve mismanaged everything—they should be arrested for it. PSG looks like geniuses in comparison.”
Trevisani also slammed the club’s handling of managers, noting the frequent turnover of coaches and players in recent years.
While McTominay has flourished in Italy, Manchester United’s recent signings have struggled to make an impact. New striker Joshua Zirkzee has scored just once in nine appearances, and Manuel Ugarte faced criticism following his full debut against Tottenham last weekend.
United fans have voiced their concerns over Erik ten Hag’s transfer decisions, especially in light of how well players like Dean Henderson and Jadon Sancho have performed since leaving Old Trafford.
Reflecting on his time in Italy, McTominay attributed his success to the tactical demands of Serie A, which he believes has helped elevate his game. “In Serie A, there is much more tactical knowledge required. You need to understand your role within the team and work well with your teammates,” he said.
He also acknowledged the physical differences between the Premier League and Serie A but emphasized the intensity of the tactical preparation in Italy. “The tactical work is more intense here. I was really impressed by the level of the Italian league, something I didn’t fully appreciate while I was in England.”
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