The midfielder’s standout performance for Scotland against Cyprus is unlikely to be noticed at Old Trafford if Erik ten Hag’s stance on Scott McTominay is as firmly established as it would seem. However, McTominay’s continued use of the international stage to demonstrate the potential worth he could have at the club level must draw attention.

McTominay was a key component of Scotland’s convincing 3-0 victory against Cyprus on Friday night in Larnaca. Although the 26-year-old played with composure and control, one could excuse him for harboring some resentment. In the domestic competition, Ten Hag has only utilized him in the closing seconds of victories over Wolves and Nottingham Forest.

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The manager of Scotland, Steve Clarke, stated of McTominay, “We know he is good.” That is why he begins working with us. He has probably been acting that way for a time.

We’ve been trying to find a way to play with Scotty that will allow John McGinn and him to move forward. It’s convenient to have two ball players, Billy Gilmour and Callum McGregor, behind them to manage the game.

“Bringing in the replacements I can is also nice. But if anyone needed reminding, it’s excellent for Scott to demonstrate that he’s actually pretty talented. No, we don’t require reminding.

Regarding McTominay’s position against Cyprus, which was one of two advanced midfielders, Clarke was entirely correct. The Manchester United player is typically thought of as a more defensive or aggressive midfielder. Clarke’s trust in God was rewarded. In his previous five games for Scotland, McTominay has scored six goals and has established himself as a major figure in both boxes.

McTominay and Clarke have discussed about the potential future of Manchester. McTominay was linked to Newcastle and West Ham throughout the summer window, but he stayed with the team he has been a part of since he was five years old. It would be premature, in Clarke’s opinion, to end McTominay’s relationship with Old Trafford.

“When you’re at one of the top clubs like Manchester United, they’re going to have a big squad and you know they are going to have a rotation,” stated Clarke. “There are times when you have to wait your turn to join the team. That’s what Scott has to do right now. But if he gets the chance, I’m confident he’ll prove to everyone that he’s a good player for his team as well.

Tuesday’s friendly match between England and Scotland at Hampden Park will be McTominay’s next opportunity to shine. Scotland’s victory in Cyprus put them in position to qualify for Euro 2024 after they won five of their first five games in Group A.

We have guys who are performing well, according to Clarke. “We should be confident going into this game. Exactly why not? For a while now, we haven’t dropped a game in the group stage that was close. Given our present momentum, I believe we can carry that into the game despite the fact that it is a friendly, which can occasionally be a little bit different.

“For us, the game will be important. In some friendly, you can let your guard down a little bit, and with the victory in Cyprus, we can relax a little bit more. But we aim to triumph. When we play England, both teams will be motivated to win. Steve Holland and Southgate, the two England coaches, are people I know well. They will revere us.