Scott McTominay could be the "ideal choice" to captain Manchester United in the future, according to Sammy McIlroy, who has been impressed by the 22-year-old's rise to prominence.
McTominay has proved himself as a real leader on several occasions, with McIlroy of the opinion that he could end up captaining the side one day.
"McTominay has been absolutely unbelievable," the United legend told Love Sport Radio.
"When he first came in I was thinking maybe he could be a squad player, maybe we'd need him in certain games, but the boy has taken it by the scruff of the neck and been our best midfield player this season.
"He was magnificent against Spurs the other day. He battles, he works, he's a box to box midfielder and he's tough in the challenge. He's been superb.
"He could maybe be club captain in the future. I think [Harry] Maguire will be the next captain, but I think midfield players make good captains because they're involved with everything.
"McTominay is a Scottish international now, he's growing in confidence and maybe down the line he could be an ideal choice."
Don-Val
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I just love the transformative effect Ole Gunnar-Solkjaer has had on these boys. Mc-Terminator, Rashford, Williams and even Fred! Aside being a tactical expert, Ole Gunnar-Solkjaer knows how to push players to the next level. I remember we almost lost Martial before Ole Gunnar-Solkjaer came in, Pogba, Lindelof, and Shaw were not at their best too, but Ole got them performing great when he came in. Not to mention his 3 signings, they're all breath-taking and wonderful. While applauding this team that won Tottenham and Man City in one week, remember that they're a bunch of U-23 stars. I've always said it, and I'll keep saying it, Ole Gunnar-Solkjaer is the best man for that job. Keep it going Sir!
mzeereal
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He plays with no fear. full of confidence. calm.. and always productive. Mcterminator gonna become a great leader and he will be a legend 💥🔥