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Carragher Blames Neville for McTominay's United Exit

12/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Jamie Carragher accused Gary Neville of "killing" Scott McTominay's Manchester United career after his Napoli success.
McTominay left Manchester United in August 2024 for £27.5 million and scored 12 goals for Napoli.
McTominay's impact helped Napoli win their fourth Serie A title.
Neville defended himself, saying he never believed McTominay should have been sold, and the debate highlights differing views on player development.

History

Historical Context

In 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo transferred from Manchester United to Real Madrid for a then-world record fee of £80 million, reshaping player valuation in football. This sale initiated a trend of escalating transfer fees and highlighted the evolving strategies of elite clubs in talent management. The ongoing discussions about player departures, like Scott McTominay's, reflect these significant changes in European football dynamics.

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Story summary

Jamie Carragher accused Gary Neville of "killing" Scott McTominay's Manchester United career after his Napoli success.
McTominay left Manchester United in August 2024 for £27.5 million and scored 12 goals for Napoli.
McTominay's impact helped Napoli win their fourth Serie A title.
Neville defended himself, saying he never believed McTominay should have been sold, and the debate highlights differing views on player development.

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