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Serie A football saw former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay continue his impressive form for Napoli, netting twice in their dominant 3-0 victory over Empoli. This stellar performance brought his league goal count to eight for the season, highlighting his significant impact since departing Old Trafford and flourishing in Italian football. The Scotland international’s goalscoring exploits further underscore Manchester United’s struggles in front of goal this season.
Scott McTominay Scores Double as Napoli Cruise Past Empoli
Ex-Manchester United Star Continues to Impress in Italy
Scott McTominay was instrumental in Napoli’s comfortable 3-0 triumph against Empoli, securing his eighth Serie A goal of the campaign. The Scottish international midfielder, who departed Manchester United last summer, delivered a magnificent opening goal and subsequently doubled his score in the second half. His current form begs the question of what his former club might be missing.
Manchester United’s present squad is facing the prospect of recording their poorest Premier League season in history, evidenced by their recent heavy 4-1 defeat to Newcastle in another disappointing display on Sunday.
McTominay’s brace against Empoli on Monday evening ensured that the 2024-25 season will be the most prolific goal-scoring season of his professional career. This achievement also highlights a stark contrast when compared to Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United team’s attacking output.
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McTominay Outshines Current Manchester United Squad
Remarkably, no Manchester United player has surpassed the 28-year-old’s league goal tally this season. McTominay, who made a £25.7 million switch from Old Trafford to Napoli in the previous summer transfer window, stands shoulder to shoulder with only one current United player in terms of league goals scored: captain Bruno Fernandes.
While Bruno Fernandes has also reached eight league goals, he remains the sole member of Amorim’s squad to equal McTominay’s scoring record in the league.
Scott McTominay scored twice to inspire Napoli to a 3-0 victory over Empoli on Monday
Former United player McTominay fired home in the first half before doubling his tally after the interval
Bruno Fernandes is the only Manchester United player to have matched McTominay’s league goals this season
Following behind Fernandes in Manchester United’s league scoring charts are the injured Amad Diallo with six goals, and Alejandro Garnacho with five.
A lack of goals has plagued Manchester United throughout the current campaign under Amorim’s management, as they have only managed to find the net 38 times in league matches.
Integral Role in Napoli’s Serie A Ambitions
Conversely, McTominay is relishing a fantastic debut season in Italian football. The 28-year-old has become a crucial figure in Antonio Conte’s Napoli side as they compete for the Serie A title.
It’s widely understood that Erik ten Hag was keen to retain McTominay’s services at Manchester United. However, the substantial transfer fee generated from his sale was considered ‘pure profit’ on United’s financial records due to his status as a product of the club’s academy system.
McTominay on Manchester United Career
In a recent interview with The Athletic, McTominay, who amassed over 250 appearances for Manchester United, suggested he was not always deployed in his most effective position by previous managers.
‘When I broke into the first team, my role was somewhat misconstrued,’ McTominay stated.
‘This wasn’t the fault of any specific coaches. My key attributes have always revolved around advancing into the penalty area, scoring opportunities, and posing a threat in those forward positions. However, I was often utilized as a No 6, or even as a central defender, which doesn’t truly align with my natural game.’
Former Manchester United Players Thriving After Departure
Alongside McTominay, other players, including Antony, Marcus Rashford, and Anthony Elanga, are also experiencing successful spells after departing Manchester United.