Napoli’s £25.7m McTominay deal stalls as United eye 2027 comeback

Manchester United could see Scott McTominay back at Old Trafford in 2027 after Napoli’s £25.7million (€30m) purchase of the Scotland midfielder hit a contractual snag. Napoli have refused his demand for a new deal running to 2030 with wages of €8‑9m (£6.7‑7.6m) per season, leaving the player on a short‑term timetable.

Why Napoli splashed the cash

Napoli signed McTominay in the summer of 2024, moving him from Manchester United’s Trafford base to the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium. The midfielder immediately helped the club clinch the Serie A title in his first campaign, justifying the £25.7million outlay.

His impact continued, tallying 37 goal involvements in 82 appearances for Napoli, enhancing his reputation as a goalscoring midfielder for both club and country.

Contract impasse and United’s interest

Negotiations over a new contract have dragged on for months, but Napoli remain unwilling to meet the €8‑9m wage request, citing the player’s approaching 30th birthday. Reports indicate the club values him at between €25‑30m (£21‑25m), despite his contributions.

Both Manchester United and Aston Villa have been linked to a possible Premier League return, with United reportedly ready to act now that Napoli’s stance shows no sign of softening.

McTominay, who recently completed heart surgery for a mild arrhythmia, has resumed training with Napoli and is reportedly open to a move back to England. Spanish giants Real Madrid are also monitoring the situation.