Manchester United eye Maguire extension as Saudi interest grows

Manchester United and centreback Harry Maguire are in talks over a contract extension as interest from Saudi Pro League clubs mounts, with both sides weighing playing time and pay as key issues ahead of his deal expiring at the end of the season. Maguire, who turns 33 in March and has more than 250 appearances for United since joining in 2019, has been linked with offers reportedly worth about 500,000 pounds a week from Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq, but sources say he would prefer to remain at Old Trafford if the club can guarantee the role and terms he seeks.

Club and player representatives held face-to-face meetings earlier this month, and a transfer specialist involved in reporting the discussions said United are unlikely to offer a pay rise. Any extension would be on a revised salary structure, meaning Maguire would almost certainly accept lower base terms than he currently receives. United want to retain his experience and leadership in the dressing room while balancing wage considerations and squad planning.

Maguire has seen his on-field role reduced this season, starting only twice in the Premier League, and his immediate future will depend in part on assurances of regular...