August 14th 2024.
On Tuesday, the highly anticipated move of Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United was finally completed. The young defender, who previously played for Bayern Munich, will now join forces with fellow centre-back Harry Maguire at Old Trafford. Despite the arrival of De Ligt, Maguire remains determined to stay at United and fight for his spot in the team.
Last season, Maguire faced difficulties in getting enough playing time and with De Ligt's addition, the competition for a starting position will only increase. However, United has faith in their centre-back partnership of Lisandro Martinez and Leny Yoro, who they believe can rival any other in the Premier League. Martinez, a World Cup winner from Argentina, has recovered from his previous injury issues, while Yoro, a £52m summer signing, will unfortunately miss the start of the season due to an injury sustained in pre-season training.
Despite the potential challenge of being the fourth choice centre-back, Maguire is determined to prove his worth and has no plans of leaving the club. According to talkSPORT, he is confident that under his former Ajax manager Erik ten Hag, he will have opportunities to showcase his skills and become a valuable member of the squad. This determination is fueled by the disappointment of United's eighth-place finish last season and the desire to improve on it.
With the arrival of Yoro, Maguire has also taken on the role of supporting and guiding the younger players in the squad. He acknowledges the talent and potential of the 18-year-old defender and believes he possesses all the necessary attributes to succeed in the modern game. As a senior player, it is Maguire's responsibility to communicate and help Yoro navigate the ups and downs of being a player at a top club like Manchester United.
Maguire, who joined the club for a record-breaking fee of £80m in 2019, has made 207 appearances for United and lost the captain's armband last year. Despite this setback, he remains a key player for the team and is ready to kick off the new Premier League season against Fulham on Friday night. As always, fans can expect to stay updated with all the latest news, exclusives, and analysis through the club's official channels.
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