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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson

Harry Maguire stripped of Manchester United captaincy by Erik ten Hag

Harry Maguire pictured after Manchester United’s defeat by Manchester City in the FA Cup final
Harry Maguire pictured after Manchester United’s defeat by Manchester City in the FA Cup final. Photograph: Robin Jones/Getty Images

Harry Maguire has revealed he has been stripped of the Manchester United captaincy by Erik ten Hag. The England defender retained the armband last season despite losing his first-choice status and the move comes with United willing to listen to offers for the 30-year-old.

West Ham are interested in Maguire but their proposal of a loan, potentially with an option to buy, is unlikely to appeal to United at this stage and wages make the deal difficult. Maguire received a considerable salary increase, in line with the rest of the squad, as a result of United qualifying for the Champions League and that means it is more challenging to find a new club.

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