Manchester United are said to be weighing up an ambitious move to bring Scott McTominay back to Old Trafford, with reports suggesting the club could be willing to spend close to £60 million to re-sign the midfielder from Napoli. There is a growing sense within the club that allowing the Scotland international to leave may have been a costly error.
McTominay has flourished in Serie A, and his rise in Italy has only deepened the feeling of regret among United supporters and decision-makers. His strong displays have come at a time when the Red Devils are struggling badly for numbers, with injuries piling up and several first-team players unavailable due to AFCON commitments, leaving Rúben Amorim short of reliable options.
As the squad continues to look stretched, fans have increasingly looked back at McTominay’s exit with frustration. Once a symbol of commitment, adaptability and leadership in United’s midfield, he was moved on largely for financial reasons. Since then, he has gone on to underline his quality on one of Europe’s biggest stages.
His spell in Naples has been nothing short of a revival. Working under Antonio Conte, McTominay has grown into a central figure for Napoli, playing a key role in their Scudetto triumph. His influence and consistency earned him the Serie A Player of the Season award and a place inside the top 20 of the Ballon d’Or rankings.
That momentum has carried into the current campaign, with the midfielder already contributing five goals and three assists. His all-round impact, combining defensive discipline with attacking output, has further exposed how much United may have underestimated his value when they sanctioned his departure.
This reassessment has reportedly pushed United to explore a possible reunion. According to CaughtOffside, Napoli’s financial situation could make them open to selling, even though their preference would be to delay any major business until the summer. A substantial offer in January, however, could change their stance.
United are believed to be ready to match Napoli’s valuation of around £60 million, a figure that underlines how urgently the club wants to reinforce its midfield in a season where a lack of depth has been repeatedly exposed.
Any move will not be straightforward, though. Tottenham, Arsenal and Newcastle are all understood to be tracking McTominay’s situation, and interest from elsewhere in Europe is also expected if Napoli decide to cash in.
The key issue now is whether United, with INEOS playing an increasingly influential role, are prepared to act swiftly and decisively to correct what many view as a major misstep. Bringing McTominay back would go beyond simply adding quality; it would signal to supporters that the club is willing to acknowledge past mistakes and re-embrace proven academy talent.
With Amorim under mounting pressure amid injuries, absences and uneven performances, a return for McTominay could prove to be a pivotal move, potentially restoring balance to the midfield and giving Manchester United a much-needed lift for the rest of the season.
