Scott McTominay: Manchester United's 'best player' leading the way as Jose Mourinho praises himScott McTominay has featured in 14 of Manchester United's top-flight matches this termSky Sports News reporter Paul Gilmour analyses Scott McTominay's contribution to Manchester United's upturn in form, and Jose Mourinho's nurturing of the Scotland international during his time in charge at Old Trafford. Man Utd vs Everton Live on"Scott McTominay is only the best player at Manchester United," was Mourinho's emphatic response while also using "one of the best defenders in the world" in Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane as another example. "Yes, it's fair criticism," he added somewhat sarcastically having watched his former player grow into one of Manchester United's most consistent performers and influential leaders. Mourinho's "best player at Manchester United" comment certainly carries weight. With reports of fresh contract talks, it could be United's most significant piece of business this season.

Source: Sky sports December 13, 2019 13:07 UTC