Manchester United look set to benefit from a sensible clause included in Scott McTominay’s contract to leave Old Trafford in summer 2024
Manchester United could receive a significant financial boost following a clever clause included in Scott McTominay’s move to Napoli. The Scottish midfielder will bid farewell to his childhood club in the summer of 2024, joining the Italian giants in a deal worth €30.5m (about £25.7m), ending his 20-year association with United.
The decision to sell McTominay raised eyebrows among fans, given United’s proud tradition of promoting academy graduates, but the move could pay dividends thanks to a sell-on clause included in his contract.
As part of the terms, 10 per cent of future revenue from Napoli will be returned directly to United. This could lead to a hefty fee as the 29-year-old has shown impressive form for both club and country and continues to build a reputation as one of Europe’s leading midfielders.
Last year, McTominay was named Player of the Season after an impressive debut in Italy where he played a key role in helping Antonio Conte’s side secure the Serie A title. Napoli’s No.8 scored 13 goals in 36 appearances in all competitions and was nominated for the prestigious Ballon d’Or award, which was won by Ousmane Dembele.
McTominay has also shown his skills on the international stage for Scotland, which he qualified for through his father. In November, he scored a sensational overhead kick in Scotland’s 4-2 win over Denmark, which saw the Tartan Army qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1998.
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Transfermarkt currently values McTominay, who has two-and-a-half years left on his contract with Napoli, at around €45m (about £40m). The Italian club currently sit third in Serie A, just two points behind leaders Inter.
If he were to sell at this price, United would receive an additional £4m due to his sell-on clause. However, this figure could go even higher, with Napoli reportedly prepared to match an offer of around £60m.
There are even rumors of a surprise return to Old Trafford. CaughtOffside report that United are considering re-signing McTominay as manager Ruben Amorim looks to strengthen his thin midfield options.
The long-term futures of Coby Mainu, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte are uncertain, but injuries to Mainu and captain Fernandes leave United short in midfield.
The shortage forced Amorim to play 18-year-old academy player Jack Fletcher for 45 minutes against Newcastle United on Boxing Day, and center back Lisandro Martinez in midfield against Aston Villa. Other rumored targets include Crystal Palace standout Adam Wharton, Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson and former United player James Garner, now at Everton.
