Manchester United Confident in Maguire Extension

Manchester United are increasingly confident that defender Harry Maguire will sign a new contract to extend his stay at the club beyond the end of the current season, as his current deal expires in June. The 32-year-old England international, who joined from Leicester City in 2019 for a then-world-record 80 million pounds, has emerged as a pivotal figure in the team's recent upturn under interim manager Michael Carrick.

Maguire's resurgence has been marked by consistent performances in central defense, where his leadership, aerial strength, and composure have stabilized a backline mixing youth and experience. Since Carrick's appointment, United have remained unbeaten in five matches, collecting 13 points from their last five Premier League games and climbing into a Champions League qualification position. Despite occasional injury concerns, including a minor issue during Tuesday's match against West Ham United that he described as "good" and unlikely to sideline him for the upcoming fixture against Everton on February 23, Maguire has started regularly alongside Lisandro Martinez.

Club officials view Maguire's professionalism and influence in the dressing room as key assets...