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Man Utd news: Scott McTominay reveals what he thinks of Jose Mourinho
SCOTT MCTOMINAY has hailed Jose Mourinho for his support after a breakthrough season at Manchester United.
Ryan Giggs praises Scott McTominay's 'outstanding performance'
After starting the season as a junior member of the Manchester United squad but injuries in midfield led to the 21-year-old playing a prominent role.
McTominay started big games against Sevilla, Chelsea and Liverpool and there was talk that he may be selected by England but the midfielder chose to play for Scotland and received a call-up from new manager Alex McLeish.
However, McTominay believes his success this season is mainly down to the backing he has received from Mourinho.
Scott McTominay has impressed for Manchester United this season
Obviously, there are numerous different factors that have contributed in terms of my development but the main one is Jose Mourinho
"Obviously, there are numerous different factors that have contributed in terms of my development but the main one is Jose Mourinho," he told ManUtd.com.
"He's had the faith to put me in for important matches and trusted me in really big games.
“So all credit goes to him. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't have had chances to play and show people I'm hopefully capable of being a Manchester United player in the future.
Scott McTominay is grateful for Jose Mourinho's support
"There's nothing better for me than being selected in the big games.
“The Champions League game at Sevilla, the Champions League game before that, Liverpool, Chelsea and even the other cup games as well.
“It's really good for me to be trusted by the manager. I hope to repay him as he's done really well to push me forward."
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