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Manchester United starlet Scott McTominay is ready to shoot into the Scotland set-up after bursting on to the scene at Old Trafford.

The 20-year-old is being monitored by the national coaches and is on the brink of a call-up to the Under-21s after catching Red Devils manager Jose Mourinho’s eye.

The 6ft 4in hitkid was on the bench for United’s Europa League tie at Celta Vigo on Thursday and among the subs for the first time against Swansea last weekend.

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McTominay was born in Lancaster but has Scottish roots and although he is on the English FA’s radar he has admitted his desire to play for Scotland.

Scotland youth boss Scot Gemmill confirmed the giant playmaker is under consideration.

He said: “He’s obviously training at a really good level and playing with top players and Man United think very highly of him.

“We’ve watched him a lot this season. He’s done well and pushed himself into the first team. He’s definitely a player we’ve been looking at and are well aware of.

“He’s played as a striker and on the sides for United so can fill several positions.”

McTominay, who grew up in England, said: “I’m probably more Scottish than English.”