Manchester United appear uninterested in selling Scott McTominay in January, as Erik ten Hag now considers him an important player.
According to Daily Star, Erik ten Hag’s change of mind on Scott McTominay. The decision will ensure Manchester United do not sell the 26-year-old homegrown star in January. The Scotland international was on the brink of a departure in the summer, but he has grown within the squad in recent times.
Manchester United fans are debating whether Scott McTominay should start after the break. The same fans were open to seeing the 26-year-old homegrown star leave in the summer, as many clubs were open to spending on the midfielder.
West Ham were keen to sign him, and as per the report, the Hammers could have spent around £50 million to secure his signature. Erik ten Hag has yet to place his full trust in the midfielder, as he continued to keep him in the periphery during the current campaign.
The Red Devils were keen to conduct sales amid reports of fund shortage, something they wanted to raise through player departures. McTominay and Harry Maguire could have got them some much-required money. That would have helped in making more signings, but neither deal materialised.
McTominay has been in sensational scoring form for Scotland during their UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying. The reason behind this is his role in that team, which completely contrasts how Manchester United has used the 26-year-old.
Before the international break, McTominay came off the bench and scored two goals in stoppage time to help win against Brentford. The game was heading towards another damaging victory, but the 26-year-old’s performance may have brought renewed hope for his club career.
Now, Manchester United are reportedly uninterested in selling McTominay in January despite their most recent stance stating otherwise. Ten Hag may have changed his position on the midfielder and may look to use him differently following his most recent display.
Bayern Munich are also keen ahead of the January window. There are other clubs within the Premier League, like Newcastle United, who are interested. Manchester United’s midfield now looks secure with the deadline-day arrival of Sofyan Amrabat. Yet, ten Hag may look to use McTominay more often than before.
Hence, the decision not to sell him in January would come as a new chance for McTominay. The 26-year-old has been at the club since he was six years old and has made 215 appearances. He will want to make a point while he still has time, and helping the team climb up in the rankings will propel him to great heights.
