In a moment of personal triumph, Scott McTominay has taken a direct and emotional swipe at Manchester United, following his incredible success with SSC Napoli, where he not only helped secure the Serie A title but was also named the league’s Most Valuable Player.
The 27-year-old midfielder, once seen as a utility figure at Old Trafford, shocked fans and pundits alike with his post-title remarks, suggesting that his move to Italy wasn’t just a career decision — it was an escape from a toxic atmosphere at his former club.
“At United, I was always ridiculed,” McTominay said bluntly. “I was treated like a stopgap — nothing more. Every season, I was either benched, scapegoated, or told I’d be shipped out in the summer. I had to leave just to be respected as a footballer.”
His words have ignited outrage among United fans, many of whom now wonder if the club’s internal culture is pushing away hardworking, loyal players while failing to build a consistent identity on the pitch.
McTominay, who was often the target of fan criticism and tactical reshuffles during his time in Manchester, has transformed in Naples — thriving under a manager who reportedly gave him “full trust and freedom” from the first day. His performances in Italy have been dominant, combining physicality with poise, and showing leadership that many United supporters claim their current midfield lacks.
When asked about his rise in Serie A, McTominay didn’t hold back:
“I never needed to be a superstar. I just needed belief. Napoli gave me that. At United, I was constantly looking over my shoulder, never sure if one mistake would end my career there.”
Critics have called United’s treatment of McTominay part of a larger “stupid strategy” — investing in high-priced transfers while undervaluing players who showed grit, loyalty, and adaptability. With Amorim’s position under scrutiny and fans calling for a cultural reset at the club, McTominay’s comments have only added fuel to the fire.
Now a champion in Italy and an MVP in one of Europe’s toughest leagues, Scott McTominay’s final message to Manchester was simple — and cutting:
“Sometimes, you have to be thrown out before you’re allowed to shine. That’s on them — not me.”
For United, it’s another painful reminder that sometimes the players they let go end up writing the headlines they desperately wish they still owned.
