Former Manchester United star makes a decision that surprises fans

Scott McTominay is excelling at Napoli but is contemplating a move back to the Premier League because the stifling environment in Italy has caused the Scottish midfielder to lose his ease.

Scott McTominay has become one of the key players for Napoli under coach Antonio Conte, yet the future of the Scottish midfielder may soon change. According to The Sun, the 28-year-old is seriously considering a return to the Premier League despite his impressive form in Serie A.

After a breakout season, things have started to get tougher for McTominay in 2025/26. Although Napoli still leads the league, the team has shown several weaknesses, especially after a heavy 2-6 loss to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League midweek. In that match, McTominay was a rare bright spot, scoring both goals for the blue-clad team. He continued his strong performance with a goal in the recent 3-1 victory over Inter Milan, helping Napoli reclaim the top spot in Serie A.

However, according to The Sun, the reason McTominay wants to leave is not related to football but stems from life off the pitch. The Scottish midfielder reportedly struggles to adapt to the pressure and intense passion of Napoli’s fans, a city that lives for football and where players have almost no private space.

Although happily living with his longtime girlfriend Cameron Reading, McTominay is said to be “tired” of not being able to go out without being recognized and surrounded by crowds.

Currently, McTominay’s contract with Napoli runs until June 2028. This means that any Premier League club interested in bringing him back would have to pay a substantial fee. With his current form of 4 goals and 1 assist in 10 games this season, McTominay is certainly a coveted player for many English clubs, especially mid-table teams seeking stability and experience in midfield.

Joining Napoli from Manchester United for a fee of £25.7 million in 2024, McTominay quickly proved his worth and became a bargain signing for the southern Italian club.

In his first season, he played a major role in helping Napoli win the Serie A title, scoring 17 goals and providing 7 assists in 46 matches, an impressive record for a central midfielder. His outstanding form earned McTominay the title of Serie A Player of the Year 2024/25, while also winning the hearts of Napoli fans.

There is no specific information yet about which Premier League club is in contact with McTominay, but if the Scottish star truly wants to leave, the summer 2026 transfer window promises to see a headline-making deal.