Scott McTominay’s name is thrown in the transfer mix as Tottenham Hotspur eye blockbuster 2026 deal
Tottenham need to be proactive in the January transfer window if they are serious about closing the gap on their rivals in the second half of the campaign. The Lilywhites want to build on last season’s Europa League success under Thomas Frank by adding further reinforcements in the coming weeks. And with the £100m cash injection from the Lewis family, the North Londoners look well placed to spend big on high-profile players.
There is a clear indication from within the Spurs camp that strengthening the midfield is the top priority in the upcoming window. At the moment, the Lilywhites lack a natural box-to-box midfielder as they strive to play front-foot football. Not a single player in the current squad consistently affects both ends of the pitch while delivering the level of performance Frank expects.
Frank has used Rodrigo Bentancur in that role for now, with the Danish tactician experimenting with multiple midfield variations. While the Uruguayan has done well anchoring the midfield alongside João Palhinha, it is evident he lacks the attributes to make a regular impact in the final third. That only reinforces the need to sign a new #8.
Tottenham face a tough task to land Napoli star Scott McTominay
Recent reports suggest Tottenham are pushing to secure a deal for Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay. The box-to-box star has made significant strides in Naples, playing a pivotal role in their Serie A title win last season. His heroics in Italy have caught Tottenham’s attention, with Frank viewing the 28-year-old as the ideal partner for Palhinha.
McTominay has taken his game to new heights since arriving in Italy. His performances last season earned him a Ballon d’Or nomination and the Serie A MVP award, while his influence on the international stage helped Scotland qualify for their first World Cup in over two decades.
It is no surprise, then, that the midfielder is a man in demand as January approaches. According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal, Everton, and Manchester United have all shown interest in a shock move for McTominay’s signature alongside Spurs. Each club has contacted his camp and is ready to make him a central figure should he choose to leave Naples mid-season.
The report also states that McTominay remains keen on a Premier League return at some point in his career, but only for the right club and the right project. This makes Tottenham an attractive destination, with the Lilywhites on a clear upward trajectory under Frank and eager to compete with Europe’s elite.
McTominay’s impact at Napoli is undeniable. The Carrington graduate is adored at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, where he has become the face of Antonio Conte’s project. There is little reason for him to walk away from such a position of prominence. How Spurs attempt to lure him away from Italy and bring him to where many feel he truly belongs, the Premier League, remains to be seen.