Scott McTominay has made a stunning impact since his £25.7m transfer to Napoli in August 2024.

He finished his first year with a league title and was included in the Serie A's team of the season.

## What happened?

McTominay's exit from Manchester United was clear evidence of a player becoming a victim of the “keyboard warriors”, according to Steve Clarke, his manager with Scotland.

Clarke told Telegraph Sport that McTominay played at Manchester United and every manager who went in always picked him.

He was always involved and always playing minutes, but sometimes he wouldn’t start.

## Why it matters for Scott McTominay

The change in scenery has unquestionably jump-started McTominay's career, with him scoring his most goals in one season (14) to enhance his iconic status in Naples.

McTominay’s standing is such that he starred in Adidas’s Scotland-facing advert with captain Andy Robertson and singer Lewis Capaldi playing second fiddle.

No goal will ever come close to that spectacular bicycle kick against Denmark, though.

## What comes next?

Now 29, McTominay is in line to face Morocco in Scotland’s second group match at the World Cup on Friday as one of Clarke’s MVPs.

He is a popular member of a tight-knit dressing room and regularly spends time with the younger players to pass on advice.

Clarke hopes those youngsters are “looking at Scott and learning”.

McTominay’s importance to Scotland was underlined when reports of a stomach bug before the Haiti game caused a minor meltdown among the Tartan Army.

Yet he recovered to start and play a key role in the match.

Wayne Rooney admitted his surprise that United ever sold the midfielder who came through their academy.

Rooney also said he would “love to have him back” at Old Trafford.

That is a view shared by many other observers, including Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, one of his former managers.

A 36ft mural of McTominay's magical moment against Denmark has been immortalised near Hampden Park.

There is another mural of the former Manchester United midfielder in Naples, where he has lifted a Scudetto and individual awards.

McTominay's fairy tale is fully deserved, and his story is an inspiration to many young players.

The goal against Denmark has been rated as one of Scotland’s greatest ever, rivalling Archie Gemmill’s solo effort against the Netherlands at the 1978 World Cup.

The goal is so iconic, in fact, it has been commemorated by the Bank of Scotland on a £20 note.

McTominay's rise to fame is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport.

He has become a key player for both Napoli and Scotland, and his future looks bright.

McTominay's story is a reminder that with perseverance and determination, anything is possible.

He has proven himself to be a talented and skilled player, and his achievements are a credit to his name.

The World Cup is a great opportunity for McTominay to showcase his skills and make a name for himself on the international stage.

He will be looking to make a big impact and help Scotland progress to the next round.

McTominay's experience and skill will be invaluable to the team, and he will be a key player in their campaign.

The fans are excited to see him in action, and he will be looking to make them proud.

McTominay's journey is an inspiration to many, and his story will be remembered for years to come.

He has come a long way since his days at Manchester United, and he is now a respected and admired player.

McTominay's future is bright, and he will be looking to achieve great things in the years to come.