Reunited with Mourinho? Real Madrid eyeing sensational move for former Manchester United star Scott McTominay

As reported by The Sun, Real Madrid have emerged as surprise contenders to sign Napoli midfielder McTominay to bolster their squad in the upcoming January transfer window, capping a remarkable journey for the Scot since his departure from Manchester United in 2024 that saw him become a central figure in Napoli's historic Scudetto-winning campaign - contributing 13 goals and six assists to prove he could thrive at the highest level of European football away from English football.

Building upon his stellar campaign, the reigning 2024-25 Serie A MVP maintained his exceptional form the following term, finding the back of the net 14 times and providing four assists across 44 appearances in all competitions.

Despite his success on the pitch, there are growing whispers of discontent behind the scenes at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. With two years remaining on his current deal, McTominay is reportedly seeking a lucrative new contract with the Partenopei, though negotiations over an improved extension have yet to reach a breakthrough.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly not making a new contract for the Scotsman a priority at this stage. This lack of urgency from the Italian club's hierarchy has put several elite European teams on high alert, with Real Madrid leading the chase. Should a move to the Santiago Bernabeu materialize, it would reunite McTominay with a very familiar face in Mourinho - the manager who handed the midfielder his senior professional debut during their time together at Manchester United.

The transfer speculation comes at a time when McTominay has shown immense resilience both on and off the field. He recently returned to full training after undergoing heart surgery in September to correct an irregular rhythm.

In a formal communication regarding the player's health, a Napoli statement read: 'On Wednesday, Scott McTominay underwent further diagnostic tests, which showed that he is fit to play. [He] therefore resumed training with the rest of the team after the period spent training separately.'

On the pitch, McTominay has made just two appearances this season, while his side Napoli currently sit ninth in the Serie A standings with seven points - six adrift of table-toppers Roma. The Partenopei will now prepare to welcome Frosinone to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Saturday in their first fixture back following the international break.