Wheat has become a legend in Naples but longs to return to the Premier League; being so popular is also hard to handle! Manchester United stands to benefit.

In the last week, Napoli’s Scott McTominay has been outstanding, scoring in both the Champions League and Serie A, with three goals across two matches. Counting his goal for Scotland, he has scored in three consecutive games, reaffirming his status as last season’s top Serie A player. However, the UK’s The Sun reports that the 28-year-old might consider a return to the Premier League due to unexpected challenges he faces living in Italy.

McTominay scored 12 goals in his first season, helping Napoli clinch the Serie A title and finishing 18th in the Ballon d’Or rankings. Local fans worship him like a deity, but sources reveal this has become a headache for the former Manchester United academy talent, who prefers a low-profile lifestyle. Italy, after all, is the homeland of the paparazzi.

Sources told The Sun: “Scott really enjoys the Italian way of life, and his first season was outstanding. But while the fans’ passion is a blessing, it also brings difficulties. He is treated like a god there, which means even simple tasks off the pitch become challenging. Sometimes, the intense attention makes it hard for a player to breathe.”

If McTominay transfers again, Manchester United will benefit since the club included a sell-on clause when they sold him to Napoli for €30 million. Should he move once more, the Red Devils will receive 10% of the profit. According to Germany’s Transfermarkt, McTominay’s current market value is €50 million.

Of course, the chance of McTominay actually leaving Napoli is slim, as he is highly valued under Antonio Conte and enjoys playing there. In Saturday’s 3-1 victory over Inter Milan, he once again demonstrated his shooting skills with a decisive volley on a counterattack. This win temporarily puts Napoli back at the top of Serie A,

“We knew we had to respond after the 2-6 Champions League defeat, and I think the team gave a perfect answer,” McTominay said after the match. “Inter has excellent players and is a top team, but our comeback was powerful. Leonardo (Spinazzola) passed me the ball, but under the intense stadium lights, I couldn’t see the ball clearly. So I took a risk and shot directly. Now we need to maintain this consistency to keep progressing and achieve better results.”

Coach Conte has called on McTominay and other senior Napoli players to take on leadership roles in the dressing room, especially since the team signed nine new players this summer. They not only need to rebuild on-field chemistry but also reforge team unity.

“We won the title last year because every player gave their all and we stayed united in every aspect. In my opinion, bringing in nine new players is quite a lot, but it was necessary,” he said. “Integrating so many newcomers is no easy task, but that’s the demand of the Champions League. The veterans, including myself and last year’s champions, must work harder to reunite, while the new players need to join with humility and modesty. Last year, no one pursued personal interests; everyone focused solely on Napoli’s benefit. No one could use Napoli or its people for personal gain.”

Another academy graduate who could bring Manchester United a sell-on fee is Mason Greenwood, who also scored this week, tallying five goals in his last three games. However, Marseille suffered a 1-2 upset loss to Lens, marking two consecutive defeats. The 24-year-old Greenwood has scored eight goals and provided four assists this season and could become a valuable asset in the transfer market.

When Manchester United sold Greenwood to Marseille in 2024, they included a 50% sell-on clause. Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano explained: “Man United received an initial €25 million transfer fee for Greenwood. However, the contract includes a clause that if Marseille sell Greenwood in the future, Manchester United will get 50% of the transfer fee. This applies to the full transfer fee, not just the profit, meaning United will receive half regardless of the amount. Last summer, some clubs were willing to pay a high fee for Greenwood, but Marseille refused, saying he is an important member of their squad and not for sale.”

Romano added: “But remember, if Greenwood ever leaves Marseille, Manchester United will hold the right to 50% of the transfer fee. This will bring in additional revenue for United and could play a crucial role in Financial Fair Play regulations and future signings.”