Maguire Future Clouded as Saudi Interest Emerges

Harry Maguire’s position at Manchester United has been thrown into fresh doubt after reports emerged that Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah are monitoring the England defender. According to The Sun, Maguire’s former Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers—now in charge at Al-Qadsiah—has identified the 31-year-old as a prime target should the club look to bolster its back line this summer.

Despite the external interest, Maguire is understood to be eager to remain at Old Trafford and fight for his place under the club’s next permanent manager. United are currently conducting what the Daily Telegraph terms a “full recruitment process” for the role, meaning Maguire’s standing in the squad could hinge on the identity of the incoming coach.

Maguire has two years remaining on the deal he signed in 2019, but a combination of sporadic starts and the club’s ongoing rebuild have fuelled speculation that United could be open to offers. Al-Qadsiah’s approach is the first concrete link to surface since the Saudi transfer window closed earlier this month, and sources close to the player indicate no formal bid has yet been tabled.

For now, Maguire will continue to train with Erik ten Hag’s squad while United weigh up their managerial options. Whether Rodgers formalises his admiration with an official offer remains to be seen, yet the development ensures the centre-back’s future will remain a talking point until clarity is provided on both the managerial and transfer fronts at Old Trafford.