August 31st 2024.
Nemanja Matic believes that Manchester United made a regrettable error by selling Scott McTominay on transfer deadline day. The talented midfielder, who had been with the club since the tender age of five, recently joined Napoli in a deal worth nearly £26m. Matic expressed his concerns regarding this decision, stating that it will be challenging to find a suitable replacement for McTominay.
During his time at Manchester United, McTominay became an integral part of the team, making a total of 255 first-team appearances. Last season, he played in 43 matches and proved to be a valuable asset under the guidance of manager Erik ten Hag. However, with the arrival of new signing Manuel Ugarte, McTominay's playing time would have been reduced, leading to his move to Naples. Matic commended former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte for recognizing McTominay's potential and making a smart move.
Sharing his thoughts on McTominay's departure from Old Trafford, Matic posted on X, "In my opinion, Man Utd made a mistake by selling Scott McTominay. It's not easy to find a player like him these days. Conte is a wise man." Matic himself had a successful stint at Manchester United, making close to 200 appearances after joining from Premier League rivals Chelsea in 2017.
McTominay bid farewell to his beloved club, expressing his gratitude for the opportunities he was given and wishing them all the best. "I have loved every moment of my time here, and I am extremely grateful to the club. I am now ready for a new challenge and excited to see what the future holds," he said. He also mentioned that he will continue to support Manchester United and watch their games. The club, in turn, released a heartfelt statement wishing him luck in his future endeavors.
Meanwhile, McTominay's new team Napoli has had a promising start to the new season, earning four points from their first two games. They will face Parma in their next Serie A match on Saturday evening. On the other hand, Manchester United added a new player to their squad, with the signing of Ugarte from PSG. The 21-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League giants in a deal worth over £50m.
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