Scott McTominay arrived in Naples with something to prove. Cast aside by Manchester United, the Scottish midfielder was deemed surplus to requirements at Old Trafford. But under Antonio Conte’s guidance, he transformed into a key figure for Napoli, leading them to the Serie A title in a dramatic final-day showdown.
McTominay’s ability to adapt was crucial. Conte deployed him in a more advanced midfield role, allowing him to showcase his attacking instincts. The result was a season filled with decisive performances, including twelve goals that helped Napoli edge out Inter Milan for the championship. His leadership and relentless work ethic made him a fan favorite, earning him the Serie A Player of the Year award.
Napoli’s triumph was not just about McTominay’s resurgence. The team, featuring another former United player, Romelu Lukaku, displayed resilience throughout the campaign. Lukaku contributed with fourteen goals and ten assists, proving instrumental in securing the title.
For McTominay, the move to Italy was a turning point. From being overlooked in Manchester to becoming a hero in Naples, his journey is a reminder that sometimes a change of scenery is all a player needs to unlock their full potential. As he lifted the trophy, surrounded by jubilant teammates and passionate fans, it was clear that his decision to leave United had been the right one.
Scott McTominay
EnglandThis season he played in total 34 times for 2941 minutes for Serie A.
Scott McTominay scored 12 goals for Napoli. He procured 4 assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 1st in Serie A. In the last match Napoli won 2-0 against Cagliari.
Napoli performance and stats
Napoli is currently 1st in the Serie A with 82 points.
In the last 38 games, it has won 24 times, drew 10 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Napoli won 2-0 against Cagliari.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 59 goals and conceding 27.
