At 32, most footballers start thinking about their final chapters—but Harry Maguire might just be gearing up for an extended stay at Manchester United.
Despite plenty of interest from both the Premier League and abroad, it looks like the England defender isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Clubs Came Calling, But United Shut the Door
This summer saw no shortage of suitors trying to lure Maguire away from Old Trafford.
Three Premier League teams and two top-flight Italian clubs reportedly made moves for the centre-back.
But according to Mail Sport, United were quick to turn them all down.
Why? Because all signs suggest that United would prefer to keep Maguire around—and possibly even extend his current contract.
United Hints at Contract Extension, But Nothing Concrete Yet
Maguire’s current deal, which earns him a reported £190,000 a week, is set to expire at the end of the upcoming season.
While no formal negotiations have taken place yet, insiders say the message to other clubs has been clear: Maguire is still in United’s long-term plans.
And the feeling seems mutual. Though Maguire’s representatives have kept quiet, it’s understood he’s more than open to staying.
After all, he’s been with the club since 2019, when United shelled out a then-record £80 million to sign him from Leicester City.
Chasing Legacy, Not Just Game Time
For Maguire, it’s not just about game minutes or a fat paycheck.
He’s reportedly motivated by the idea of becoming a true United legend—along the lines of club icons like Denis Irwin, Steve Bruce, Gary Pallister, and Bryan Robson.
That sort of legacy doesn’t come easy, but staying at the club could give him the chance to earn that kind of status.
Other Clubs Still Circling in the Background
Of course, nothing is guaranteed. If contract talks don’t progress, Maguire will be eligible to negotiate a pre-contract with overseas clubs by January.
And there are definitely teams watching closely.
French sides Monaco and Marseille are keeping tabs.
So too are Turkish giants Fenerbahce, Besiktas, and Galatasaray—all clubs linked to former United bosses Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
These names add some real weight to the idea of Maguire making a move abroad if things stall.
Inspired by McTominay’s Italian Triumph
Maguire’s interest in staying might also be influenced by what’s happened to a familiar face—Scott McTominay.
The former teammate made waves in Italy after joining Napoli and becoming Serie A’s MVP.
His 12-goal campaign helped his side clinch the league title.
It’s a success story Maguire is said to be well aware of, and one that might tempt him—should the United door ever close.
A Remarkable Turnaround Under Amorim
It’s worth noting just how far Maguire has come.
Not long ago, he lost the captaincy under Erik ten Hag and was inches away from joining West Ham in 2023.
Many thought his United career was nearing its end.
Then Ruben Amorim arrived. Under the new manager, Maguire found a fresh lease on life.
He’s not only earned his place back in the squad but has played a vital role in big moments—most notably heading in the late winner during United’s wild 5-4 Europa League quarter-final win over Lyon.
Stepping Up When It Counted
Earlier this year, United also activated a one-year extension on his deal.
Maguire stepped into the captain’s role in the absence of Bruno Fernandes and even filled in as a makeshift striker at times, thanks to his aerial dominance.
He’s shown versatility, grit, and leadership—qualities that clearly haven’t gone unnoticed.
What Happens Next?
All eyes now turn to contract talks. Will United formalize their intent to keep Maguire long-term? Will the defender put pen to paper and cement his future in Manchester? Or will those foreign clubs lurking in the background get their chance in January?
For now, it looks like Maguire isn’t done writing his United story just yet.