- He is ready to face a transfer
- He believes that there could be potential transfers due to Manchester United’s poor performance this season
- Maguire’s readiness for the transfer could be due to his limited playing time impacting a spot on the England national team
Manchester United center-back Harry Maguire is ready for a transfer from the club this summer and his decision is based on the team’s underperformance this season, having missed out on European qualification.
He admitted to understanding being moved on if he underperforms and is also concerned about the lack of playing time that has affected his chances with the England national team as reported by the Mirror.
However, his decision is not final as the club also has a say since he has two more years to complete his contract with the club and they could not be looking at selling him at this point, though there are future uncertainties.
Since Eric Ten Hag joined the club as the manager, the player has seen a decrease in playing time and it seems like his style of play does not suit the manager’s. With free playing chances, he feels that it could affect his position on the England national team especially now that there is an upcoming major tournament, Euro 2024.
Overall, Manchester United has underperformed poorly this season and with Maguire being their captain for some time, fans could be criticizing him for their underperformance and he could be feeling the need to exit, to seek a new challenge elsewhere.
Maguire’s receptiveness to a transfer from Manchester United
Maguire has been Manchester United’s captain for four seasons now. The current manager Eric Ten Haag joined the club two years after his appointment as the team’s captain and he feels like his style of play does not compact that of the manager.
Harry Maguire. Photo/Sky Sports
Since Eric Ten became the manager, Maguire’s play time has reduced and with fewer games played, he is worried that it could affect his position in the England national team, especially now when they are preparing for a major tournament, Euro 2024.
With Manchester United having a poor performing season, he carries the blame since he has been their captain for a while and this criticism could be another reason he is prepared to seek a new challenge elsewhere.
He is also ready for a transfer if his performance drops if the situation doesn’t improve. He also weighs the opportunity of having a new manager if Eric Ten Hag exits and could be the successor might also not fit his style.
Overall, he still has two more years left on his contract and Manchester United might not be interested in selling him but he seems open to a transfer for him to get more playing time and secure a spot with his England national team.
Potential landing spots for Maguire
The defender could land on several clubs considering several factors like his playing style, need for his position and transfer budget. Due to his playing prowess and defensive structure, he could earn a place with Serie A clubs, Like Juventus, Inter Milan or AC Milan.
Currently, there are Premier League clubs who are already looking for experienced central defenders including Everton, West Ham United and Newcastle. He could also find a place at the Premier League.
Maguire’s impact on leaving Manchester United
His departure from the club is based on several factors, both positive and negative. The team could find a more mobile playing defender and this could be crucial for Ten Hag’s possession-based style.
Harry Maguire. Photo/Eurosport
A change in personnel could also be a satisfaction for fans and also improve the team’s morale especially if the successor plays better. Supposing Manchester United settles on a transfer fee, lower than his original price tag, this could free up funds for them to invest in other areas.
Looking at negative impacts, he is a well experienced defender and his departure could leave a gap in leadership and experience. Some of the fans who love his style will also be disappointed having a replacement for his position.
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