{"id":43765,"date":"2026-02-26T08:20:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:20:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/02\/26\/pole-sitter-newcastle-united-sign-for-70m-man-united\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T08:20:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:20:29","slug":"pole-sitter-newcastle-united-sign-for-70m-man-united","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/02\/26\/pole-sitter-newcastle-united-sign-for-70m-man-united\/","title":{"rendered":"Pole-sitter Newcastle United sign for \u00a370m Man United"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of 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international has been outstanding in Serie A since moving to Italy, and a transfer fee of around \u00a370m could be needed to sign him from Napoli.<\/p>\n<p>Crystal Palace and his former club Manchester United are also said to be interested, and Newcastle&#8217;s pursuit could soon become a hotly contested one.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"McTominay_promoted_to_Serie_A_with_Napoli\"><\/span>McTominay promoted to Serie A with Napoli<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Napoli took a calculated gamble when signing McTominay, but the move proved to be an inspiration.<\/p>\n<p>Under the tutelage of Antonio Conte, the 29-year-old has evolved from a primarily defensive presence to a dynamic, goal-scoring midfielder.<\/p>\n<p>He was struggling at Man United when Napoli showed faith in him and signed him.<\/p>\n<p>McTominay played a pivotal role in Napoli&#8217;s 2024\/25 Serie A title, contributing 12 league goals and winning the division MVP award.<\/p>\n<p>His performances also led to him being nominated for the Ballon d&#8217;Or in 2025, a surprising turnaround for a player who was once considered a team option for Manchester United.<\/p>\n<p>McTominay has maintained his high standards this season, making double-digit goal contributions as Napoli look to defend their title.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Newcastle_United_are_looking_for_midfield_reinforcements\"><\/span>Newcastle United are looking for midfield reinforcements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Scott McTominay playing for Napoli (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Newcastle United are considering their contingency plans amid speculation over Sandro Tonali&#8217;s future.<\/p>\n<p>According to reports, Man United are monitoring Tonali and Eddie Howe could be pressed to secure a quality replacement.<\/p>\n<p>Napoli are keen to extend McTominay&#8217;s contract until 2030, as they want to secure his future ahead of his international profile with Scotland&#8217;s participation in the 2026 World Cup.<\/p>\n<p>Napoli are determined to keep their midfield talisman, but Premier League interest and financial resources could test their resolve.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Tottenham and Newcastle in talks to rescue star player on \u00a3400,000-a-week from Saudi nightmare<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Newcastle United have reportedly made inquiries about Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay, indicating they intend to strengthen the heart of their squad ahead of the summer season. 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