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McTominay brutally billed as ‘average player’ by Serie A icon

Scott McTominay has enjoyed a meteoric rise since swapping Manchester United for Napoli, but his impressive accolades haven’t won over everyone. Despite leading the Partenopei to a Scudetto and earning a Ballon d’Or nomination, a legendary Serie A midfielder has sensationally labelled the Scotland star as nothing more than an "average player."

Made in Manchester! McTominay, De Bruyne & Hojlund all on target

Napoli reignited their Serie A campaign with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Cremonese at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Friday. Former Manchester rivals Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne both found the net alongside Rasmus Hojlund to ensure Antonio Conte’s side issued a perfect response following their recent title-race setback.

McTominay sends title message after bailing Napoli out at Parma

Scott McTominay proved once again why he has become Napoli's talisman, netting a vital equaliser to secure a 1-1 draw at Parma. Despite the dropped points, the former Manchester United midfielder insisted that the club's pursuit of a second successive Serie A title is far from over.

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Italian legend: I don’t understand how United sold this player

Materazzi slams Utd over McTominay mistake

Manchester United’s decision to sanction the departure of Scott McTominay has been labelled as one of the most egregious errors in the club's recent history. The Scotland international has undergone a stunning transformation since moving to Serie A, leaving many to wonder how the Red Devils let such a talent slip through their fingers for a cut-price fee.

McTominay ‘isn’t Fernandes’ but would ‘love' Man Utd return

Scott McTominay swapped Manchester United for Napoli in 2024, but Gary Pallister believes the Scotland midfielder still holds a deep love for his boyhood team. Despite thriving in Italy and securing a historic Scudetto, the former defender claims the 29-year-old would welcome an Old Trafford return, while admitting he offers a different threat to captain Bruno Fernandes.

McTominay and the rumours about Saudi Arabia: the positions of Napoli and the player

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McTominay to Saudi Pro League truth revealed

Scott McTominay is not believed to be in talks over a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League as he wishes to remain with Napoli. The Scotland international has been a revelation since leaving Manchester United in 2024, becoming a cornerstone of Antonio Conte's side as they won the Serie A title last season.

'If Maradona is God, McTominay is Jesus!'

Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay has been a huge hit at Napoli since making the switch from Manchester United. The 29-year-old has now been told he is the second most important player in the club's entire history after Diego Maradona by the club legend's own son. McTominay won the Scudetto in his first campaign in Italy and was also named Serie A's player of the season.

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Naples, Manna: "Nothing is up for discussion with Conte. McTominay? There’s no fuss about it"

Comments from Napoli’s sporting director just a few hours before the match against Cagliari.

Flabbergasted! Utd slammed over 'staggering' McTominay misuse

Manchester United continue to face questions over why they allowed Scott McTominay to move on, with ex-Scotland international Andy Gray telling GOAL why a 2024 transfer left him “flabbergasted”. The Red Devils agreed to part with a home-grown star when sanctioning a £26 million ($35m) move to Napoli - with that decision coming back to haunt them as McTominay has starred in Italy.

‘Big surprise’ - McTominay transfer decision still shocks

Manchester United’s decision to sell Scott McTominay in 2024 remains a “big surprise”, with the all-action midfielder thriving in Italy with Napoli. The history books have been rewritten there, with former Scotland international Gary McAllister telling GOAL why a break from tradition by the Red Devils has generated some uncomfortable questions at Old Trafford.

Napoli move to shield McTominay from Premier League interest

Napoli are moving quickly to secure the long-term future of Scott McTominay as interest from the Premier League continues to loom over the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The Scotland international has been a revelation in Italy since his arrival from Manchester United in the summer of 2024, becoming a vital cog in Antonio Conte’s tactical setup and a firm fan favourite among the Partenopei faithful.

McTominay breaks silence on Napoli future amid Man Utd return rumours

Scott McTominay has addressed the growing speculation surrounding a potential return to the Premier League. The Scotland international remains fully committed to life in Naples despite reported interest from former club Manchester United.

'Football is soft!' - McTominay hits out at referees and reveals 'learning curve' at Napoli

Scott McTominay has hit out at the tender nature of modern officiating, claiming the physical grit he learned as a youngster is being whistled out of the game. The Scotland international also opened up on his tactical evolution under Antonio Conte and his ongoing struggle with injury heading into a crucial Serie A game.

Man Utd ‘leading the way’ for McTominay transfer

Manchester United are “leading the way” when it comes to a possible transfer for Scott McTominay, according to reports in Italy, as the Scotland international “dreams” of a return to the Premier League. The 29-year-old has enjoyed a productive spell in Italy with Serie A champions Napoli, but is open to the idea of retracing steps to English football in 2026.

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: Carlo Ancelotti ist am 10. Juni 1959 in einer kleinen Gemeinde in der Emilia-Romagna namens Reggiolo zur Welt gekommen.
: Ja – und das auf höchstem Niveau. Genauer gesagt als zentraler Mittelfeldspieler, der schon vor Jahrzehnten das Spiel aus dem Zentrum heraus verstanden hat.
: Seine Karriere hat im Jugendbereich von der Reggiolo und Parma begonnen. Bei den "Ducali" hat er damals in der Serie C auch drei Jahre lang in der ersten Mannschaft gespielt, ehe es ihn jeweils fünf Saisons zum AS Roma und zum AC Milan verschlagen hat.
: Carlo Ancelotti hat in jeder der fünf Top-Ligen die Meisterschaft geholt – das ist ihm konkret in Italien (Milan), England (Chelsea), Frankreich (PSG), Deutschland (Bayern) und Spanien (Real Madrid) gelungen. Weitere nationale Trophäen und eine ganze Reihe internationaler Erfolge sind in der Sammlung hinzugekommen.
: Fünfmal als Trainer – das ist ein Rekord – sowie zuvor zweimal als Aktiver. Macht insgesamt sieben Siege in der Königsklasse. Kein anderer Coach kommt auch nur in die Nähe dieser Zahl.
: Nur um einige Namen zu nennen: Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, Vinícius Jr. und Didier Drogba.
: Carlo Ancelottis Nettovermögen wird auf rund 50 Millionen US-Dollar geschätzt. Sein aktuelles Jahresgehalt liegt bei etwa 10,5 Millionen US-Dollar – zudem würde er bei einem Titel bei der WM 2026 einen Bonus von fünf Millionen Euro erhalten.
: Er hat zwei Kinder aus erster Ehe: Katia und Davide. Letzterer hat in den Jahren 2012 bis 2025 durchgehend im Trainerstab seines Vaters gearbeitet. Anschließend hat er erstmals als Chefcoach bei Botafogo unterschrieben.
: Ancelotti ist mit der Kanadierin Mariann Barrena McClay verheiratet. Die beiden führen seit Jahren eine stabile und so gut es geht medienferne Partnerschaft.
: Ja, und das mehrfach – unter anderem 2003, 2007, 2014 und 2022, jeweils durch die IFFHS.
: Ja, gleich zwei, die unterschiedlicher kaum sein könnten – nämlich "Carletto" und "Dottore". Letzterer hängt mit einem Ehrendoktorat seitens der Universität Parma zusammen.

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