Maradona's Son Compares Scott McTominay to Jesus in High Praise
Scott McTominay has been hailed as "Jesus" by Diego Maradona's son, who believes the Scottish midfielder is the second greatest player in Napoli's history. This remarkable comparison comes after McTominay's continued brilliance at the Italian club, where he has become a leading light since his transfer from Manchester United.
McTominay's Rise to Stardom in Italy
The ex-Manchester United star has proved a revelation in Italy, moving to Napoli for just over £25 million. He quickly earned hero status among the Napoli faithful by leading them to the Serie A title last season. This achievement marked only their second Scudetto since Diego Maradona almost single-handedly fired them to glory in 1990. In the process, McTominay was named the best player in Italy and received a nomination for the Ballon d'Or.
McTominay has maintained his impressive form this term, despite Napoli facing a tough task in retaining their Serie A crown. He has scored 11 times and produced four assists for Antonio Conte's team, with his latest strike securing a 1-0 win over Cagliari on Friday. Diego Armando Maradona Junior highlighted the Scot's impact, stating: "After my father, McTominay is the most decisive player in the history of Napoli. We had God at Napoli in the form of Diego, but for me McTominay is Jesus. He is a completely fundamental player."
Maradona's Legacy and McTominay's Journey
Diego Maradona is widely regarded as the greatest player to ever play for Napoli. The Argentine spent eight years at the club from 1984, helping them win two Serie A titles, one Coppa Italia, one UEFA Cup, and the Italian Supercup. His heroic status led to the stadium being named after him following his death.
In contrast, McTominay struggled to become a mainstay at Manchester United, where he had been since childhood. Napoli have successfully unearched his goalscoring exploits, which were not as evident during his time at Old Trafford. The Scot is another player who has thrived after leaving the club. Reflecting on his decision to join Napoli, McTominay said: "I saw the passionate fans, I saw the coach, I saw the players and I saw an opportunity. I took it. I didn't look back. It didn't take me long to make the decision because I knew that was what I wanted and I'll never have any regrets in my life. As soon as I put my mind to something I want to do it, that's it. There's no holding me back."
Conte's Inspired Decision and Future Prospects
Antonio Conte's decision to bring McTominay to Italy has proved inspired, with the coach always seeing the potential for him to be a top performer. In January, Conte remarked: "In this year and a half, McTominay became a complete player. When I was in England and faced him as an opponent, I always saw his quality, but always one part of his quality - especially to attack the box and score."
As McTominay continues to shine, his legacy at Napoli grows, drawing comparisons to the club's most iconic figure. With his consistent performances and pivotal role in the team, he is cementing his place as a key player in Napoli's history, much to the admiration of fans and legends alike.
