Manchester United Extend Maguire Contract to 2026

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has signed a one-year contract extension, committing to the club until June 2026 with an option for an additional year. The 33-year-old England international, who joined from Leicester City in 2019 for 80 million pounds, had been facing an uncertain future as his previous deal neared its end this season. The extension, announced last week, comes amid a resurgence at Old Trafford under interim manager Michael Carrick, where Maguire has reclaimed a starting role and earned strong backing from his teammates.

Maguire's renewal reflects his improved standing within the squad after a challenging period that included criticism and reduced playing time under former managers Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim. Teammates viewed letting him leave as unwise, citing his leadership and mentorship of younger players such as Ayden Heaven and Leny Yoro. A club source noted that Maguire has endured ups and downs but is now playing well and is highly respected in the dressing room.

Interest from other clubs surfaced during the January transfer window, with AC Milan pursuing Maguire, though no move materialized. More recently, as his contract wound down, Inter...