“The ultimate honour”: Harry Maguire reacts after signing new United deal
“The ultimate honour”: Harry Maguire reacts after signing new United deal Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has shared his reaction after putting pen to paper on a new deal to extend his stay at the club. Here to stay Earlier on Tuesday morning, journalist Andy Mitten broke the news that Maguire had already signed his new contract. The England international’s previous terms were set to expire at the end of the season, meaning he would have departed as a free agent.
Negotiations between the club and Maguire’s camp had been ongoing for an extended period but it was not until last month that a breakthrough was found. United were keen to keep him amidst his fantastic form under caretaker boss Michael Carrick. Maguire has been a key player under Carrick, starting every game that the legendary midfielder has taken charge of.
He also recently earned a recall to the England squad and will be hoping to feature prominently at this summer’s World Cup. Mitten revealed that Maguire’s new contract will keep him at Old Trafford at least until 2027. United have the option of extending his stay by an additional 12 months.
The club have announced as much in an official statement. Reactions Maguire said, “Representing Manchester United is the ultimate honour. It is a responsibility that makes myself and my family proud every single day.
” “I am delighted to extend my journey at this incredible club to at least eight seasons and continue to play in front of our special supporters to create more amazing moments together. ” He added, “You can feel the ambition and potential of this exciting squad. ” “The determination throughout the whole club to fight for major trophies is clear for everyone to see and I am confident that our best moments together remain ahead of us.