Man United have agreed a deal with Napoli for Scott McTominay with the midfielder given permission to travel to Italy for his medical.
The Scotland star has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford all summer and with just days remaining in the transfer window, Man United have agreed a €30m package plus a sell-on clause with Napoli for the 27-year-old.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the Premier League club have granted McTominay permission to travel to Italy to complete his medical and to sign his contract with the Serie A club
This follows the news that Man United are closing in on Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte as the Premier League giants have agreed a transfer fee that could rise to €60m for the Uruguay international.
The midfielder was Erik ten Hag’s top target for the role and the sale of McTominay was a big part in facilitating the transfer.
Napoli have beaten the likes of Fulham to the signing of the 27-year-old, who leaves Man United having spent his whole career at the Manchester club.
Man United have agreed a deal with Napoli for Scott McTominay
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McTominay has been with Man United since joining the club’s youth set-up in 2002 and has gone on to play 255 games for the Premier League giants, scoring 29 goals and assisting a further eight.
The midfielder became a fan favourite during his time with the Manchester club, not only because he was a homegrown player, but the 27-year-old was someone who gave everything for the club when he stepped onto the pitch.
The Old Trafford faithful will be sad to see McTominay leave this week but with a contract expiring in 2025, it was best for all parties involved to move on during the current transfer window.
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Author : Darren Looney
Publish date : 2024-08-27 20:04:36
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