Scott McTominay transfer latest: Fulham set to submit improved bid for Man Utd star having seen initial offer rebuffed
### Fulham Set to Submit Improved Bid for Manchester United’s Scott McTominay After Initial Rebuff
Fulham are gearing up to make an improved offer for Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay after their initial bid was turned down. The Cottagers are keen on securing the services of the Scotland international and are determined to bolster their squad ahead of the new season.
#### McTominay: A Key Target for Fulham
Scott McTominay has caught the eye of Fulham this summer, with manager Marco Silva identifying him as a prime target. According to Sky Sports, Fulham’s initial bid was rebuffed by Manchester United, but they are set to come back with an improved offer. This move follows Fulham’s successful agreement with Arsenal for the transfer of Emile Smith Rowe, and they are now looking to add McTominay to their ranks.
#### Manchester United’s Summer Shake-Up
Manchester United are open to offloading several players this summer as part of a significant squad overhaul following the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe as a minority owner. The club has already made notable signings, including Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro, and is aiming to bring in Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. McTominay’s future at the club has come under scrutiny as the Red Devils look to reshape their squad.
#### Erik ten Hag’s Stance on McTominay
Despite the speculation surrounding his future, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has expressed his desire to keep McTominay. Speaking during the club’s pre-season tour, Ten Hag highlighted the midfielder’s importance to the squad: “We have very good players so there will always be an interest from other clubs. When you score 10 goals in a season and also perform very good for Scotland, then there will be an interest. But we want to keep him because he is a very important player for our squad. What he can contribute, as we saw last season once we had our sixes available, he could play in a more advanced role and he is a highly interesting player for our team.”
#### Contract and Future Prospects
McTominay’s contract at Old Trafford runs until 2025, presenting Manchester United with a crucial decision regarding his future. While there is clear interest from Fulham, the Red Devils must weigh their options carefully. The midfielder is currently part of United’s first-team squad for their tour of the United States, which includes upcoming games against Real Betis and Liverpool.
#### Final Thoughts
As Fulham prepare to submit an improved bid for Scott McTominay, the situation remains fluid. Manchester United’s summer shake-up under Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s new ownership, coupled with Erik ten Hag’s desire to retain McTominay, adds layers of complexity to the potential transfer. Fans and pundits alike will be closely watching how this transfer saga unfolds as the new season approaches.
