Fresh Scott McTominay claim in Italy makes size of Man Utd transfer error clear

Former midfielder has been dubbed 'signing of the season' by Italian media. McTominay, 28, and he hasn't taken long to find his feet at .

The Italian giants to secure his signature. On Monday, McTominay as Napoli thrashed Empoli 3-0 to stay firmly in the title race.

men are only three points behind defending champions in first place with eight games remaining. His marauding midfielder has been key to Napoli's form in the league, with McTominay earning plaudits for his dynamic performances at the heart of Conte's team.

Popular newspaper were full of praise after his display against Empoli and named him as the best signing in Serie A this season. Another outlet, , labelled the international as the 'Lord of the midfield' while described his performance as near-perfect.

McTominay could've had a hat-trick if not for the woodwork. Although then-United manager didn't want the 28-year-old to leave, forced them into him and bank what's considered 'pure profit' in the Profit and Sustainability Rules.

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"Unfortunately, it's the rules," Ten Hag bemoaned following McTominay's departure. "You have to discuss the rules to do sales and obviously homegrown players, academy players, bring more value.

"It's not the right thing to do but for everyone, for all parts, it's a good deal. For Scott, he is happy with it. Of course, for Napoli, a very good player but also for us."

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Ten Hag, who was sacked in October, added: "I'm very happy for him and for us, but it's mixed [feelings] because I would have preferred not to lose him. He has Manchester United in his veins... He was so important for our team, he was at Manchester United for over 22 years."

McTominay is loving life in Italy and relishing a title fight with Inter. "We must have fun and think about ourselves," he told . "We're a strong team and must continue with this playing style and attitude. We must think about ourselves and then we'll see what Inter will do."

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