Newcastle United continue to be linked with signing Manchester United’s Harry Maguire, who now looks even more certain to leave Old Trafford this summer.

With Eddie Howe looking to add another centre-back to his squad ahead of next season, there have been rumours that Maguire could swap the North West for the North East.

It has been claimed that Newcastle are interested in the England international, with the Magpies open to signing him on loan. That is in contrast to a permanent deal, with Man United looking to receive up to £50million for the defender.

A permanent move would obviously be preferred by the Red Devils, and the latest decision from Erik ten Hag has increased the likelihood of Maguire departing this summer.

Harry Maguire ready to leave Manchester United after Erik ten Hag decision

According to the Sun, Newcastle are still interested in signing Maguire, who is ‘angry’ after being stripped of the captaincy at Old Trafford.

 

 

 

 

It was confirmed on Sunday that Maguire would no longer be the Manchester United captain, despite having the armband since he joined the club for £80million back in 2019.

The report states that he is now ready to leave the club, and that Man United will likely lower his asking price from £50million to £30million.

With Maguire no longer the captain, an exit feels inevitable. It will surely be difficult for him to stay and be led by someone else after four years of leading the players out. Staying would create a difficult dynamic behind the scenes, and could create further issues down the line.

Erik ten Hag’s decision to change his captain is a brave one, and one that could have a negative impact if Maguire is not sold or loaned out.

That opens the door for someone like Newcastle to make a move, who continue to be linked. However, his £190,000-a-week wages make a switch to St James’ Park pretty much impossible.

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