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Man Utd set to KEEP Harry Maguire this summer and reject transfer interest – but could lose captaincy under Erik ten Hag
MANCHESTER UNITED are set to keep Harry Maguire at Old Trafford this summer, according to reports.
But the defender could be in danger of losing the captain's armband under Erik ten Hag.
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Maguire, 29, was heavily scrutinised for his performances last season as United slumped to their worst ever Premier League points tally.
The England regular will be given another chance, although may not find himself a nailed on starter anymore.
While the Red Devils will keep Maguire, they could look to flog any of Eric Bailly, Phil Jones and Axel Tuanzebe.
Should they successfully clear room, United will go after another centre-back this summer.
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They have been chasing Ajax ace Jurrien Timber, although the 21-year-old reportedly wants to stay in Amsterdam.
United have also been linked with the likes of Alessandro Bastoni, Pau Torres and Arsenal target Lisandro Martinez.
Any new addition would compete with Maguire, Raphael Varane and Victor Lindelof for a starting berth.
According to the , Maguire's captaincy situation is "up in the air".
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The former Leicester ace has skippered United since being appointed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following Ashley Young's departure in January 2020.
While being complimentary of Maguire, Ten Hag was noncommittal over his role as captain during his unveiling last month.
He said: "Next season is a different season, but he did a great job, he is a great player, he already achieved a lot with his contribution to Manchester United.
"I’m looking forward to working with him."
Bruno Fernandes has captained United in Maguire's absence during the last two seasons.
While long serving goalkeeper David de Gea may be seen as a suitable skipper by some observers.
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