Manchester United Accept Bid for Harry Maguire from West Ham
Manchester United has accepted a bid from West Ham for defender Harry Maguire, according to reports. However, the club has rejected West Ham’s offer for midfielder Scott McTominay. Maguire’s future at Old Trafford has been uncertain after slipping down the pecking order last season. Despite falling behind other defenders like Raphael Varane and Luke Shaw, Maguire had expressed his desire to stay and fight for his place in the team. Manchester United was also willing to keep hold of the 30-year-old, who became the most expensive defender in history when he joined from Leicester City in 2019.
However, West Ham’s persistence has convinced Manchester United to sell Maguire in a deal worth £30m. The Athletic reported the news, stating that Maguire will now look to revive his career in east London following a difficult period at Old Trafford. Just last week, he was booed by United fans in a pre-season friendly. Maguire will also reunite with his former United boss David Moyes at West Ham.
West Ham fans have been eager for new signings after a subdued start to the summer transfer window and the departure of midfielder Declan Rice. The club is set to unveil Mexico midfielder Edson Alvarez as their first summer signing and has now agreed to bring Maguire to the capital city. However, West Ham’s attempt to sign McTominay has been turned down by Manchester United.
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, is keen to trim his squad before the start of the new season. The club has already welcomed Mason Mount, Andre Onana, and Rasmus Hojlund this summer. Maguire, who made 175 appearances for United, was recently stripped of the captaincy by Ten Hag, who appointed Bruno Fernandes as his replacement.
In other news, concerns have emerged over the workload of Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund, as his injury has been revealed. Gary Neville has also agreed with Raphael Varane over a Premier League rule change. For more stories like this, check our sport page.
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In conclusion, Manchester United has accepted a bid for Harry Maguire from West Ham, signaling a new chapter in the defender’s career. While Maguire had expressed his desire to stay at Old Trafford, West Ham’s persistence has convinced Manchester United to sell him. Maguire will now look to revive his career at West Ham under the guidance of his former boss David Moyes. The transfer is expected to be worth £30m.