MAN UTD’S SECRET 10% CLAUSE REVEALED: IS SCOTT MCTOMINAY COMING BACK TO ENGLAND?
Manchester United set for a £6m windfall! Discover the smart sell-on clause and the shock rumors of Scott McTominay’s return.
Manchester United stands to make a tidy profit thanks to a smart clause tucked into Scott McTominay’s transfer to Napoli. McTominay, who grew up at United and spent nearly twenty years at the club, left for Italy in 2024. Napoli paid £25.7 million, bringing an end to his long run with the Red Devils.
A lot of United fans weren’t thrilled about letting him go, especially since he came up through their academy. But United’s decision-makers played it well. They made sure to get a 10% sell-on clause in the deal, so if Napoli sells him down the line, United gets a slice of the fee. Not a bad bit of business, especially now that McTominay’s stock keeps rising. He’s 29, but he’s made a real name for himself in Italy, putting in big performances for both Napoli and Scotland, and now some of Europe’s biggest clubs are sniffing around.
McTominay’s first season with Napoli was a standout. He bagged 13 goals in 36 games and helped Antonio Conte’s squad win the Serie A title. That run earned him Napoli’s player of the year award and even a Ballon d’Or nomination—though Ousmane Dembele ended up taking home the prize.
He’s been just as important for Scotland. Thanks to his father, he’s eligible to play for them, and he’s made the most of it—scoring a wild overhead kick against Denmark in November. That goal helped Scotland beat Denmark 4-2 and book their first World Cup spot since 1998.
Right now, Transfermarkt values McTominay at about £40 million, and he’s got two and a half years left on his Napoli contract. Napoli sits third in Serie A, only two points back from Inter. If someone comes in and pays £40 million for him, United pockets an extra £4 million thanks to that sell-on clause.
But honestly, the fee could go even higher. Word is Napoli would listen to offers around £60 million, and there’s even talk of McTominay making a shock return to Old Trafford. Some reports say United are considering bringing him back, since Ruben Amorim wants more depth in the middle of the park.
United’s midfield is in a weird spot. Nobody knows what’ll happen long-term with Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, or Manuel Ugarte. Mainoo and Fernandes are both injured right now, which has left United scrambling for options.
That’s why Amorim ended up giving 18-year-old academy player Jack Fletcher a half against Newcastle on Boxing Day and even stuck Lisandro Martinez—a centre-back—into midfield against Aston Villa. United have also been linked to Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, and James Garner, who’s now with Everton but came up through United’s system.
PULISIC HITS BACK: MILAN STAR SHUTS DOWN 2026 GOAL DROUGHT CONCERNS
"I haven't stopped dreaming." Christian Pulisic addresses his goal drought and the frustration of missing out on the Gold Cup squad.
Christian Pulisic isn’t holding back. When critics started questioning his recent form and worried about his 2026 goal drought, he shut them down, calling those concerns “bad questions". The AC Milan forward, fresh off his Time magazine cover, still trusts his ability to step up for the USMNT as they gear up to co-host the World Cup.
All eyes are on him.
The U.S. is set to share the stage for the 2026 World Cup, and Pulisic is set to become the go-to guy for the national team. Landing on the cover of Time isn’t something soccer stars from America get every day, and it just shows how big a deal he’s become, especially after proving himself in Europe. But right as people are finally giving him mainstream recognition, he’s under the microscope for not putting up his usual numbers in front of the goal.
He’s not fazed by the dip.
When Time asked about his goal drought and how he’s handling not scoring for club or country this year, Pulisic didn’t mince words; he’s not sweating it. “I plan on scoring goals. Such bad questions. I’m not concerned about it, man.” You can hear the confidence in his voice.
Dealing with the noise
Pulisic admits this stretch feels extra tough. Missing out on last June’s Gold Cup squad hurt him, mostly because he’s used to shutting people up with his play. “Normally, I just go out there and score, and that quiets everybody. Right now, I’m in my offseason, so everyone’s talking, and I can’t do anything about it. That’s what’s frustrating.”
For Pulisic, attacking is everything. “Going at the goal, creating attacks, that’s what I live for. Sure, you have to do all the other stuff: defend, run, whatever. That’s fine. But what really gives me joy is finding ways to score and actually scoring.”
Chasing the dream
The U.S. opens their World Cup run against Paraguay at the SoFi Stadium on June 12, and Pulisic will lead the team right here at home. He doesn’t like making big public predictions, but at 27, he keeps that childhood dream alive. “That’s just not how I work. But I’ll lie in bed and imagine myself holding the World Cup trophy. I did that when I was a kid, and I haven’t stopped. You need to believe. Why not?”
WHY DID LAUTARO MARTINEZ REJECT A CAREER-DEFINING MOVE TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE?
"I love Milan." Read why 28-year-old Lautaro Martinez rejected Manchester United and Arsenal to stay at the San Siro in 2026.
Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has clearly put an end to any speculation about leaving San Siro, making it known that he has no plans to entertain offers from Europe’s top clubs. Even with regular links to teams like Barcelona, Manchester United, and Arsenal, the Argentine forward is fully committed to what’s happening in Milan.
Martinez has been quite vocal about his dedication to Inter amid constant rumours about his future. Despite frequent connections to some of the biggest clubs on the continent, he insists there’s no reason for him to move on from the current Serie A champions.
Media reports have often tied him to Barcelona, PSG, Arsenal, and Manchester United. But through various transfer windows, Martinez has consistently pushed back on the idea of leaving Inter. At 28, he remains a key figure in the team’s current setup and has stepped up as the club’s captain and on-field leader.
In an interview with Cronache di Spogliatoio, Martinez expressed his loyalty to Inter’s project. He made it clear that he isn’t interested in changing clubs despite the speculation.
He said, “No, because I am faithful to the Inter project, I feel at home here. My family is happy, we have a restaurant in the city, and we love Milan. From the first day, everyone treated me in a way I didn’t think possible. I achieved so many personal and team goals here.”
Success on the pitch seems to deepen his connection to the club. Inter recently secured another league title and continues to chase trophies, including the Coppa Italia. On an individual level, Martinez is eyeing the Capocannoniere prize as Serie A’s top scorer. His steady performances underline why he’s considered one of the most reliable forwards in European football.
Since his move from Racing Club in 2018, Martinez has become the defining presence in Inter’s modern lineup. With 173 goals over 372 competitive games, it’s clear how vital he is to the team.
Looking ahead, the club sees Martinez as a central piece in their long-term plans. His leadership and scoring ability make him hard to replace. Settled both on and off the field in Milan, he seems set on continuing his story at the Giuseppe Meazza, despite ongoing interest from Europe’s elite clubs.
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