Manchester United were happy for me to stay — Maguire talks failed West Ham move
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Manchester United defender Harry Maguire | Image credit: Imago

Manchester United were happy for me to stay — Maguire talks failed West Ham move

Faruq Ibrahim 23:50 - 13.09.2023

Manchester United's Harry Maguire talks about his lack of game time and the failed move to West Ham United.

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has reiterated his will to fight to return to prominence, and he explains why the proposed move to West Ham that was billed to give him the desired game time fell through.

The 30-year-old centre-back was back on the front pages with Gareth Southgate’s inclusion of him in England’s squad, despite failing to start any games for the Red Devils this season.

The Three Lions coach has faced heavy criticism for his insistence on Maguire, and the polemics intensified after the defender scored an own goal in England’s 3-1 victory over Scotland, which came after suspicious defending in the game prior that led to Ukraine’s equaliser in a 1-1 draw.

What Maguire said

In a conversation with the Express, as reported by Fabrizio Romano, the defender suggested that he understood the criticism, saying he is aware he has yet to start a league game this season but aspires to change his fortunes.

Maguire was close to swapping the Manchester-based club for West Ham in London during the transfer window, but the deal fell through. When asked about it, he revealed that an agreement could not be reached and that he and Manchester United were happy for him to continue at the club.

Harry Maguire in action for England against Scotland || Photo Credit: The Sun
Harry Maguire in action for England against Scotland || Photo Credit: The Sun
Maguire set to leave Old Trafford for greener pastures
Harry Maguire has lost his place and armband at Manchester United. (Photo Credit: Imago)

“I’ve not started a game in the first four games of the season; the story comes to me. I want to play football.”

“West Ham? We just didn’t come to an agreement. Man Utd were happy for me to stay, and I was happy to fight for my place.”

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