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Dec 8, 2023 · Maguire endured a difficult first season under Ten Hag, struggling to convince in a new role on the right of whatever centre-back partnership the manager fielded.
Dec 11, 2020 · It appears the current captain is United's first-choice centre-back on merit, so how does he compare with two players who have been linked with challenging him for his shirt in the not too distant future? Brighton's Ben White and RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano, respectively, are the latest names supposedly placed on Manchester United's wishlist.
Feb 24, 2021 · New statistical analysis has revealed that Harry Maguire has been involved in the creation of more goals than any other Premier League centre-back in 2020/21.
- Joe Ganley
- Phil Jones
- Chris Smalling
- Eric Bailly
- A Perfect Partner For Victor Lindelof
Once considered a future United captain, Phil Jones is on the verge of finding himself surplus to requirements at Old Trafford. It's a pity that persistent fitness issues stopped the Englishman from making a mark at the biggest of stages. Let's compare the numbers of Jones and Maguire.
Chris Smallingwas one of the best defenders in the Premier League in the 2015-16 season under Louis van Gaal. Since then, Smalling has struggled to make a substantial impact due to his injury struggles and difficulty in defending in a zonal system - tactics used by previous manager Jose Mourinho and incumbent boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Here's a lis...
In his debut season at Old Trafford, Eric Bailly was the club's best centre-back and his contributions were vital in the Europa League and League Cup victories. Since then, injuries and lack of concentration from him have forced the Red Devils to target another quality defender to accompany Lindelof. If Maguire is signed, Bailly will have to settle...
The three incumbent players boast greater numbers in a few areas but Maguire has more appearances under his belt which reinforce his durability. Also, Maguire's ball-playing qualities are not mentioned, which is one area where he is above all the aforementioned players. Lindelof has established himself as the best centre-back at Man United after a ...
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- John Stones. After some time in the wilderness a few campaigns back, John Stones has returned to the forefront of Pep Guardiola's plans. Stones' England place has never been in serious doubt.
- Harry Maguire. The patience of England supporters was firmly tested by Southgate's continued inclusion of Harry Maguire in his squads despite the 30-year-old's limited game time.
- Marc Guehi. Marc Guehi's decision to leave Chelsea has proved to be an inspired one. He's become a key player at Crystal Palace, captaining the side, and has now racked up nine appearances for the Three Lions.
- Levi Colwill. A strong 2022/23 season on loan with Brighton brought Levi Colwill firmly into the England discussion and he's since been a regular for Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea.
Nov 10, 2020 · Maguire has already won 30 aerial duels in the 2020/21 Premier League - which puts him in eighth spot overall but it is well worth remembering United have currently played a game fewer than...
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Mar 5, 1993 · Position: Centre-Back Current international: England Caps/Goals: 64 / 7
