Amorim in dreamland with star to accept Man United deal and sign for life

Just a year ago, Harry Maguire was on the brink of a Manchester United exit. Stripped of the captaincy, out of favor under Erik ten Hag, and nearly sold to West Ham, the defender’s United career seemed over.

Fast forward to today: under new manager Ruben Amorim, Maguire has not only regained his place in the team—he’s become one of its most essential figures. And according to multiple reports, the 32-year-old is now ready to sign a new long-term deal with the Red Devils and even hopes to retire at the club.

Amorim’s arrival has sparked a transformation in Maguire’s fortunes. His performances, including a dominant showing in the Europa League semi-final against Athletic Bilbao, have earned praise from fans and pundits alike. He’s even been turning defenders on the wing—yes, Harry Maguire.

The Portuguese manager, seeing a squad “starved of leaders,” quickly identified Maguire as someone to build around. He was the driving force behind the club activating a one-year extension in Maguire’s contract back in January.

Now, United want more. Per The Athletic and The Telegraph, the club is keen to extend his deal beyond 2026 and may even offer him a non-playing role post-retirement.

Sources close to the player reveal Maguire has no intention of leaving and hopes to finish his career at Old Trafford. Despite past attempts to move him on, he never wanted to leave—and now that he's thriving, he wants to stay for the long haul.

Part of Maguire’s resurgence is down to Amorim’s system. The manager’s preferred 3-4-2-1 formation allows Maguire to anchor a back three—playing to his strengths while minimizing his lack of pace. At 32, the role is a perfect fit.

Maguire’s story is more than a comeback—it’s a lesson in perseverance. Once written off, he’s now a foundational piece in a new United era. Amorim’s faith, tactical clarity, and man-management have not only revived the player’s career, but possibly extended it well into his mid-30s—at Old Trafford.

If United can secure Europa League glory and a Champions League return, the mood around Old Trafford will shift dramatically. And at the heart of it all could be a player many thought had no future at the club.

Harry Maguire isn’t just staying—he’s leading again.

Pearson, Steve. "Amorim in Dreamland with Star to Accept Man Utd Deal and Sign for Life." TeamTalk, May 3, 2025. https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/amorim-in-dreamland-star-to-accept-man-utd-deal-sign-for-life.

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