Scott McTominay has reached the peak of his career in Italy with Napoli, winning the Serie A “Player of the Year” award and catching the eye of Premier League giants. The Scottish midfielder’s chances of returning to England, either in January or the summer window, are growing stronger by the day.
The story so far with Scott
Since leaving Manchester United, McTominay has become a phenomenon in Serie A. Under Antonio Conte, he turned into a key figure in Napoli’s title-winning side, with his power and goals making him one of the most valuable players in Italy. Now, at 29, the transfer buzz around him is louder than ever.
Napoli wants to keep their star, but financial balance is a priority. Reports suggest the club would start talks at around £60 million. McTominay himself is said to be open to a return to England, feeling the pressure of constant attention in Italy and seeking a calmer professional life back home.
Manchester United: Regret letting their academy graduate go and, under new boss Ruben Amorim, are keen to bring him “back home.”
Tottenham Hotspur: Manager Thomas Frank wants more strength and goals from midfield, and McTominay remains high on his list.
Arsenal & Newcastle: Arteta sees him as a rotation option, while Newcastle have long admired him and could finally make a formal move.
Napoli are firmly against losing him in January while chasing another Scudetto, but insiders believe an astronomical offer could change their stance. Current estimates indicate that the likelihood of a summer move is approximately 70%, with a January exit at around 30%.
What are the odds?
Yes, here is fresh interest from Tottenham Hotspur in signing Scott McTominay from Napoli, with multiple reports emerging in the last 24-48 hours linking Spurs to the Scottish midfielder alongside clubs like Newcastle United, Manchester United, and even Barcelona.
McTominay, now 29, has been a revelation at Napoli since his 2024 move from Manchester United. He played a key role in their Serie A title win last season, earned Serie A MVP honours, and received a 2025 Ballon d’Or nomination (finishing around 18th). He’s under contract until 2028 and remains a core player under Antonio Conte.
Napoli are unlikely to sell mid-season while competing for trophies — reports consistently state they view him as indispensable and would demand €60-80m+ (his market value is estimated €50-60m).
In short, it’s an intriguing link with genuine Spurs interest, but the deal faces significant hurdles — don’t bet on it happening imminently. Will Tottenham still be in the mix come the summer? I guess only ENIC can answer that one.