Man Utd Consider £34m Scott McTominay Return From Napoli

United Weigh Up Surprise Midfield Swoop

Manchester United are reportedly considering a stunning reunion with Scott McTominay, with the Napoli midfielder said to be on their radar for next summer. The Red Devils have endured a stuttering start to the Premier League campaign, collecting just one win from their opening five matches, and the pressure on Michael Carrick is beginning to mount.

Attention may now turn to Carlos Baleba, who is poised to make his debut after arriving from Brighton & Hove Albion in the summer. He joins Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans in a revamped United midfield, yet the club’s interest in McTominay suggests recruitment in that area may not be finished.

McTominay’s Contract and Wage Demands

According to Italian outlet Tutto Mercato Web, the Scotland international is open to leaving Serie A when he enters the final year of his Napoli contract next year. The report claims McTominay is holding out for a salary of around £7million per year, a figure Napoli are reluctant to meet.

Transfermarkt values the 30-year-old at roughly £34million, a fee United could consider reasonable given his profile and the current market for midfielders.

Why McTominay Could Suit United

Since leaving Old Trafford, McTominay has blossomed into one of Europe’s most effective midfielders, and his form in Italy has been rejuvenated. United have often looked short of energy and physicality in the middle of the park despite their recent spending, and those are qualities he offers in abundance.

His aerial strength, success in physical duels and ability to carry the ball forward would give Carrick a different dimension in midfield.

McTominay’s Fit at Old Trafford

A reunion makes sense on paper. McTominay brings experience, a proven Premier League pedigree and an understanding of the club’s demands, and that blend could prove valuable in a squad still finding its identity. At 30, a long-term commitment would carry some risk, so the wage structure would need careful handling. Still, if the price stays sensible, this feels like a move worth exploring. Much will depend on how United’s season unfolds and whether Napoli are prepared to negotiate.