- McTominay left United after 22 years
- Ten Hag remains unhappy with the Scot's exit
- Hinted United could bring back Alvaro Fernandez from Benfica
Getty Images Sport'I didn't want this' - Erik ten Hag expresses frustration over midfielder's exit as he slams 'bad rules' that 'forced' Man Utd into sale
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Getty ImagesWHAT HAPPENED?
United pocketed €30.5 million (£25.4m/$33.6m) after agreeing to sell McTominay to Napoli this summer and included a significant 10 per cent sell-on clause. As the Scotland international is a product of the club’s youth academy, his sale was considered 'pure profit,' a factor that was particularly important for the club’s compliance with Premier League and UEFA financial regulations. But manager Ten Hag has hinted it may have been a mistake letting the attacking midfielder - who has scored two goals and bagged one assist for the Serie A team - go.
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Getty ImagesTHE BIGGER PICTURE
The Dutchman also hinted that the club might consider exercising the buy-back clause in Alvaro Fernandez's contract to bring the youngster back to Old Trafford. The left-back joined Benfica this summer but an Old Trafford return is a possibility.
"I think the process is perfect, we have a buy-back, so we have control of the situation. We have to assess the situation if he can maybe be an option for us in future, but playing for Manchester United in the Premier League is not so easy. You need experience," he added.
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