I’m part of the future: Why Maguire expects to stay at Man Utd

Harry Maguire is a doubt for the Community Shield.

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Harry Maguire wants to fight for Manchester United place (Credit: Imago)

I’m part of the future: Why Maguire expects to stay at Man Utd

Seye Omidiora 10:32 - 26.07.2024

The centre-back vows to fight for his place at Manchester United and help the club return to winning ways.

Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire has reiterated his commitment to the club, stating that he intends to be part of the club's plans. 

The defender has endured a challenging period, including speculation over his future and a significant injury setback. Despite missing out on the FA Cup final and Euro 2024 due to injury, Maguire remains optimistic about the upcoming season. 

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Manchester United and England defender Harry Maguire missed Euro 2024 due to injury (Credit: Imago)

The 31-year-old featured in 22 Premier League games for the Red Devils, who were blighted by injuries in Erik Ten Hag's second year in Manchester.  

What Maguire said

He described the injury period as the toughest of his career but is determined to contribute to the club's success in the forthcoming season. The centre-back has been a mainstay in the United defence since he arrived from Leicester City but has faced criticism in recent seasons

However, he insists he is ready to fight for his place and help the club challenge for trophies.

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Harry Maguire in action against Fulham last season (Credit: Imago)

"Unless the club tell me I'm up for sale or I'm not wanted there anymore,” Maguire told Sky Sports. "Everything I've heard and the action I've been shown from the club, I'm part of the future and it is time to crack on and make this club successful again, challenging for the big trophies.

"That's what this club demands."

Speaking on his injury hell, Maguire shed light on why it was a challenging period for him. 

"It was a real tough moment in my career. It was probably the toughest moment in my career to date," he said.

"To get myself into a position where all year I've worked hard to play at the end of the season and to play in these big games, cup finals and then to go to the Euros and try to win the tournament for my country.

"I felt like I got myself in a great position physically and mentally to go and perform at the highest level, and to face the setback I did with the injury, it was a real tough moment for me."

What comes next?

Maguire is part of United's squad for their tour of the United States, where the Red Devils face Arsenal, Real Betis and Liverpool before meeting Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 10. 

Ten Hag's men host Fulham at Old Trafford in their Premier League opener on August 16.