If you are asked which current Manchester United player has received the most pestering, criticism and booing from his own supporters – and coach – then it is natural to bring up the name of Harry Maguire. Stripped of the captain’s armband, benched for the first part of last season, then a mini-save for Erik ten Hag when the Dutchman got his first choice on the injury bench. Now Maguire has risen, Ruben Amorim is in no doubt that England need the player Ten Hag did everything possible to squeeze into the transfer market.
In January, United management pressed the option button for an extension until the summer of 2026 for Maguire. Amorim realized what he has in the 31-year-old and gave the thumbs up for Maguire extension.
“We all know the situation, but we need him very much at this point, and we are going to activate the option (option). We are hungry for leaders on the pitch and he is a leader,” Amorim said in January to the club’s website.
Ahead of Sunday’s FA Cup match against Fulham, the United manager sends another vote of confidence to the centre-back with the match-winning goal against Ipswich. This time aimed at Thomas Tuchel, England’s national team coach.
In the summer, Magurie was not in the Euros squad that went all the way to the final and lost to Spain, but now Amorim believes that Maguire is ready for England.
“It’s up to the national coach, but I think he deserves it,” Amorim said when asked if Maguire’s form is enough for a national team selection.
“He’s a great guy who can still improve, because when you’re a player you can always improve and improve a lot of things, but I think his performances right now are good and you feel he’s more of a leader now who can help a national team, so I hope he’s in the national team in the next few games.” says Amorim.
Stripped of the captain’s armband and benched by Ten Hag. Lifted himself up to become one of the leaders in the second part of last season. Extension after getting a thumbs up from Ruben Amorim after two months. Then the 31-year-old has convinced Ruben Amorim to promote him as necessary for the Three Lions.
Talk about travel for the iron man Maguire!
