The 30-year-old England international, who scored 32 goals in the previous season, has been deemed surplus to requirements at Old Trafford, with many insiders citing his stubborn attitude and inflated sense of self-worth as the primary reasons for his departure.
Maguire’s exit comes as a shock to many, given his impressive goal-scoring record and experience at the highest level.
However, sources close to the club suggest that his relationship with manager Erik ten Hag had become increasingly strained, with the Dutchman growing tired of Maguire’s perceived arrogance and lack of teamwork.
“Harry Maguire is a talented player, but his attitude has been a problem for some time,” a source revealed. “He believes he is bigger than the club, and his stubbornness has made it difficult for him to adapt to the new system.
The manager has tried to work with him, but ultimately, it was decided that it was best for both parties to part ways.”
The £20m fee is a far cry from the £80m Manchester United paid to sign Maguire from Leicester City in 2019, making this transfer one of the most significant losses in recent Premier League history.
However, United insiders insist that the decision to sell Maguire was not taken lightly, and that the club is relieved to be rid of his disruptive influence.
“We are all relieved that he has left Old Trafford,” a club source admitted. “His attitude was becoming a problem, and we couldn’t allow it to affect the rest of the squad.
We wish him the best of luck in the Championship, but we are confident that we have made the right decision.”
Maguire’s departure is set to spark a flurry of activity in the transfer market, with United expected to bring in a replacement before the window closes.
Meanwhile, the Championship club that has signed Maguire will be hoping that the defender can replicate his goal-scoring form and help them secure promotion to the Premier League.
As news of Maguire’s departure broke, fans took to social media to express their shock and disappointment. “Can’t believe we’ve sold Maguire for £20m!” wrote one fan. “He was our best defender! What is Ten Hag thinking?”
However, others were more supportive of the decision, citing Maguire’s recent struggles for form and his perceived arrogance.
“Good riddance!” wrote another fan. “Maguire’s attitude has been a problem for too long. Let’s move on and find someone who wants to play for the badge.”
As the dust settles on this shocking transfer, one thing is certain – Harry Maguire’s departure from Manchester United marks the end of an era.
Whether he can rediscover his form in the Championship remains to be seen, but for now, United fans will be left wondering what might have been.
