Former United star Scott McTominay is being lined up for a big transfer after playing a major role in Napoli’s great Serie A title win.
Saudi Giants Eye McTominay After Top Napoli Season
Scott McTominay has become a top transfer target for Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal. He has had a great first season with Napoli. The midfielder left Manchester United in a £25m deal last summer.
He played a key role in Napoli’s fourth Serie A title. He scored 12 goals and gave was in solid form in the midfield. His form saw him win the Serie A Most Valuable Player for the season as well.
Al-Hilal is looking to strengthen after losing the Saudi league title to Al-Ittihad. New boss Simone Inzaghi sees McTominay as an important player for his overhaul. The plan is to have the midfielder alongside Ruben Neves and Milinkovic-Savic to create a strong midfield.
Al-Hilal are already in talks with Napoli to explore a deal. They are likely to offer big money to make it happen.
Napoli Willing to Keep the Midfielder
Despite Al-Hilal’s interest, Napoli want to keep hold of their midfield star. Head coach Antonio Conte sees McTominay as a key part of his team. He has reportedly made it clear he’s not for sale. Conte himself agreed to stay with Napoli under the condition that key players would not be sold.
The club has already turned down Al-Hilal’s first offer. However, the Saudis are likely to come back with a stronger bid. Napoli have a chance to cash in. That is especially with Victor Osimhen also being targeted.
Meanwhile, Osimhen has turned down a huge offer from Al-Hilal. He could be sold to raise some funds. That will allow Napoli to resist any bids for McTominay. Regardless, it would take an big offer to tempt Napoli into parting ways with their midfield star after such a great season.
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