Manchester United is engaged in an earnest endeavor to offload Harry Maguire before the imminent closure of the summer transfer window this Friday evening.
As reported by Foot Mercato in their feature titled 'The Long List of Undesirables,' Manchester United is actively seeking to part ways with Maguire, viewing him as surplus to their requirements, and aiming to complete the move before the deadline day arrives.
However, the predicament for the Red Devils lies in identifying a suitable destination for the 30-year-old defender. West Ham's pursuit of his signature has already faltered due to his demanding financial terms set by Manchester United.
Considering the circumstances, a transfer abroad could emerge as the optimal solution. It appears that Manchester United is bracing themselves to absorb a substantial financial setback, potentially in the ballpark of £60 million, in order to facilitate Maguire's departure.
Foot Mercato's analysis implies that Harry Maguire's tenure at Old Trafford is on a limited timescale. His swift decline since his high-profile £85 million move from Leicester four years ago has been nothing short of dramatic.
Arriving with enormous expectations, the pressure seemed to take its toll on Maguire from the outset. The root of his struggles at United, however, seems to be his incompatibility with a high-line defensive system, likely due to his lack of pace. His optimal performance seems contingent upon his involvement in a deeper defensive setup, akin to his role during his time at Leicester.
Evidently, Manchester United was an ill-suited match for Harry Maguire's skill set, prompting the belief that a timely departure would benefit both the player and the club.
Much hinges on the potential acquisition of Jean-Clair Todibo by Manager Ten Hag. The impending arrival of the 23-year-old defender at Old Trafford could undoubtedly hasten the conclusion of Maguire's chapter with Manchester United.