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Scott McTominay's remarkable journey from Manchester United's peripheral player to Napoli's league champion has been celebrated by Scotland captain Andrew Robertson. After struggling for consistent game time at United, McTominay moved to Italy and transformed his career, winning the Serie A title and being named Most Valuable Player. His determination and attitude proved his critics wrong, establishing himself as a key player in Naples. Robertson praised McTominay's success, highlighting his incredible transformation and commitment to excellence.

Key Points: McTominay's Napoli Triumph Proves Man Utd Wrong

  • McTominay leaves Man Utd after 255 appearances
  • Wins Serie A MVP with Napoli
  • Proves critics wrong with spectacular season
  • Scores crucial title-winning goal
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King McTominay wanted to prove Man Utd wrong: Andrew Robertson

Scotland captain Robertson hails McTominay's successful Serie A journey from Manchester United to becoming Napoli's MVP

"He has gone over there and done that pretty successfully. - Andrew Robertson"

New Delhi, June 6

Scotland captain Andrew Robertson has hailed national teammate Scott McTominay's decision to move to Napoli and claimed the midfielder 'wanted to prove Manchester United wrong' after not getting a consistent spot in their squad during his time at the club.

Robertson claimed McTominay has become 'A King' in the city of Naples after leading them to the Serie A title in which he was named the League's 'Most Valuable Player.'

"I think he went over there with a point to prove. I think he wanted to prove Man United wrong and prove people in the Premier League wrong. He has gone over there and done that pretty successfully. That's credit to him, credit to his attitude and his determination to be the best version of himself. Now he is a king over there.

"At Man United he probably lacked getting that run of games consistently, he was in and out and things like that. He probably didn't get the respect he deserves. Then he goes over there, puts in a magnificent season and fair play to him to end it with the league title.

"Even before he was at Napoli, his standards for Scotland were unbelievable. He's getting better and better, he has taken it to a whole new level," Robertson told The Guardian.

McTominay, the defensive midfielder who was with Manchester United since the age of five, left his boyhood club for Napoli in a move reported to be worth 27.5 million Pounds.

The Scotland international rose through the ranks to become one of United's most capped players from the academy, appearing 255 times for the first team, after being handed his debut by Jose Mourinho, against Arsenal in 2017 but was not considered a regular starter and many a times found himself getting criticism from the United faithful.

The 28-year-old scored 12 goals in Serie A including the opening goal in the 2-0 win over in the final game of the season against Cagliari which sealed the championship.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
McTominay's story is inspiring! This shows how Indian footballers too should consider European leagues beyond just EPL. Serie A has become so competitive lately. Maybe our boys can learn from his journey 🇮🇳⚽
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Priya M.
As a Man Utd fan, I always felt McTominay was underrated. Our loss is Napoli's gain. Hope our management learns to value academy players better. Meanwhile, great to see him shine in Italy! 🔴
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Arjun S.
Interesting how players from smaller nations (Scotland in this case) are making big impacts abroad. Gives hope for Indian football if we can develop our grassroots properly. ISL needs to focus more on youth development!
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Neha R.
The 'King of Naples' title sounds so dramatic 😄 But seriously, this proves that sometimes a change of environment is all a player needs. Wonder if any Indian player could make such an impact abroad?
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Vikram J.
While I'm happy for McTominay, let's not forget he had years of top-level training at Man Utd. Our Indian players need that kind of infrastructure first. AIFF should take notes!
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Sunita P.
As someone who follows both cricket and football, these stories make me wonder - when will we see an Indian footballer getting this kind of recognition abroad? We need more investment in sports other than cricket 🏏➡️⚽

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