McTominay has been a key man for Ten Hag in recent weeks, starting each of United’s last five league games, despite the August arrival of Casemiro meaning there’s increased competition for his position. The Brazilian started in the 3-2 Europa League win at Omonia Nicosia, with Scott coming off the bench in the 82nd minute.
The 6-3 defeat at Manchester City beforehand was undoubtedly a setback for the squad as a whole but Scott had impressed as a holding midfielder in each of the Reds’ previous four top-flight outings, with all of them ending in victories.
The understanding between manager and player is something Scott is feeling not just on the pitch but off it too and he told us about the chats the pair have shared, both about football and life away from the game.