Saudi clubs are still interested in signing Harry Maguire from Manchester United
Manchester United tried to fix their issues in the recently concluded summer transfer window of 2025. On the one hand, the club showed the way out to some big names; on the other hand, they reshaped the squad by adding new and experienced players. This time, many new faces were added to the attack. The arrival of Matheus Cunha from Wolves, Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford and Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig was big news. At the same time, the club also prepared for the future by adding Paraguayan defender Diego Leon and Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens on deadline day.
On the other hand, many old players are no longer part of Old Trafford. Christian Eriksen, Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof left on free transfers after their contracts expired. Chelsea bought Alejandro Garnacho for £40 million. Rasmus Hojlund was sent to Napoli, while Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho went on loan to Barcelona and Aston Villa, respectively. Antony also got a permanent transfer to Real Betis. The club spent around £215 million in the meantime, but many fans still seem dissatisfied with the lack of a new central midfielder.
Harry Maguire’s future and Saudi clubs’ interest:
Now let’s talk about the team’s experienced defender, Harry Maguire. The Sun‘s report has made it clear that two Saudi Arabian clubs want to sign him. The window is open there till September 23 for them, but Maguire has indicated that he will not go anywhere in the middle of this season. The 32-year-old has already decided that he will complete this season with United and will think about the future only after that.
Saudi clubs are still interested in signing Harry Maguire from Manchester United.
Having Maguire stay this season makes sense for United right now.
United also rejected offers from Premier League and Italian teams for Maguire in the summer. His contract was ending last season, but the club put a one-year extension, and now he is with the club till 2026. The English centre-back can negotiate with foreign clubs in January, but Maguire himself has also said that if the club wants, he can stay even after 2026. In August, we reported that United will stand by Maguire this season, and the player has also spoken openly about his future.
What should be the way forward with Maguire?
Maguire was once an £80 million defender, but now his market value has fallen. Even if he becomes a free agent in 2026, the club will not suffer a big financial loss. The real question is the 32-year-old’s presence and experience. Ruben Amorim has included him in the leadership group this season, and it shows that he is still needed in the dressing room.
United added several new players this summer, but last season’s 15th position is still stinging the fans. In such a situation, Maguire’s stay is logical. He played 27 league matches last season and also scored one goal. The Englishman looked stable and composed on many occasions. This season, he might not be a consistent presence in the starting XI, but his contribution in cup matches and substitute roles can be useful.
Maguire’s importance increases further in view of Lisandro Martinez’s long injury. If any other player in the backline gets injured, the 32-year-old will provide an immediate replacement. The offer from Saudi clubs may be good, but selling him at this time would seem risky. The club needs an experienced voice, and that is what Maguire can provide. If he plays well this season, the club may also offer him a new contract. Keeping Maguire is the right decision for United at this time because the squad needs both stability and leadership.