Tottenham are not in the running to sign Scott McTominay despite reports stating the contrary, although Fulham are still interested.
According to Give Me Sport, Tottenham are not likely to pursue Scott McTominay despite some reports stating the contrary. The Scottish midfielder could be on the move if Manchester United decide to sell, with Fulham still keen despite a setback in their pursuit of the midfielder.
Tottenham are uninterested in Scott McTominay
Tottenham are likely to search for a new midfielder after the departure of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, with the Danish international leaving behind a considerable gap. Ange Postecoglou may have wanted Conor Gallagher. But any move for the Chelsea man seems extremely complicated and unlikely to resolve anytime soon.
Reports stated that Spurs were keen to sign Scott McTominay recently, which makes sense on paper. The Manchester United man can play in the box-to-box role and has a keen eye for the goal, which his numbers from recent seasons indicate. Tottenham will ideally do well with a player of that profile, although they are not in the race to sign him, as per Michael Bridge on GMS.
Bridge said, “My understanding is that there’s nothing in Scott McTominay rumours at the moment.“He is a very decent player, and he’s a bit of a leader, but I don’t think Tottenham are in for him as it stands. As we speak, it’s not a player I think Spurs are pursuing.”
Had Tottenham been in the chase, McTominay might have considered the move given their status compared to other teams who are keen. West Ham are also interested in the midfielder, who is rated at £40 million by Manchester United, which may be seen as a bit excessive by some quarters.
Manchester United are not in a hurry to sell him in this window, although they may not oppose offers in that £40 million range. Should such a bid arrive, the Red Devils might not hesitate to sell Scott McTominay, as they reportedly named that price when rejecting Fulham’s offer for the midfielder.
Fulham are still keen on McTominay
Marco Silva wants to use the funds from the sale of Joao Palhinha to strengthen his midfield options and, more so, continues to look for multiple additions. Fulham’s bid was reportedly less than £30 million, which is significantly lower than Manchester United’s £40 million valuation of the midfielder.
With Tottenham now out of the equation for the 27-year-old, Fulham might have a good shot at taking their interest to the next stage. However, there are doubts whether they will pay up Manchester United’s £40 million asking price, which would be a record purchase for the Cottagers should they decide otherwise.
