Ruben Amorim to make Harry Maguire transfer decision - Man United Insider

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Nov 6, 2024 - 22:00

Ruben Amorim to make Harry Maguire transfer decision - Man United Insider

Ruben Amorim will make the final decision about whether Harry Maguire is handed a contract extension at Man United, according to their former chief scout.

Mick Brown, who spent over a decade at United during their most successful period and remains very well-connected at the club, exclusively told Football Insider that the defender is expected to play a bigger role under the new boss.

This comes after Football Insider revealed in October that the 31-year-old was waiting for Erik ten Hag’s dismissal before making a decision about his long-term future.

It has been suggested that the centre-back may be a beneficiary of Amorim’s system, with the boss preferring a three-at-the-back formation which Maguire suits “perfectly”.

As things stand, his contract at Old Trafford is set to expire at the end of the season, with many expecting him to leave after falling out of favour with Ten Hag.

However, the possibility of an improved role in the starting XI and working under a new boss is said to have improved his chances of earning a new deal.

Amorim is set to assess his squad in the months following his official arrival on 11 November, with Maguire’s future one of several issues which will need resolving.

Harry Maguire contract decision to be made at Man United

Maguire has made nine appearances across all competitions so far this season, but started just three times in the Premier League before his recent injury blow.

Brown, who has a wealth of experience in player recruitment at the top level, has insisted that the centre-back should be playing a more important role in the squad and will be given the opportunity to impress and earn a new deal under Amorim.

“The new manager wants to come in and play three at the back,” he told Football Insider.

“In that case, I would expect Harry Maguire to be one of those three.

“He’ll have to get fit first, but once he returns to training I’m sure Amorim will have a close look at him because he fits that system perfectly.

“His contract will be a big issue that the new boss has to sort out.

“Whether that means extending his deal or letting him go, Amorim will make that call.