
Harry Maguire Next Club Odds: Chelsea latest to be linked with Man Utd defender

Harry Maguire's time at Manchester United has always appeared to be coming to an end since Erik ten Hag's arrival, with the England international getting limited playing time at Old Trafford.
The defender could well be shown the door this summer, as he goes in search of more game time. This speculation is only set to further intensify after the England centre back was stripped of his club captaincy ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.
There could be a big fight for the authoritative centre back's signature before the start of the Premier League season, so we've taken a look at some of those clubs linked with the Sheffield-born star...
Not To Sign or Agree A Contract With Any Other Club
To receive the level of criticism he has since his rise to prominence and big money move from Leicester to Manchester United, Maguire must have a pretty thick skin. Of course there have been occasions when the vitriol has taken its toll and he's acted out in some way shape or form, but he is only human after all.
With that, there's every chance the 30-year-old will relish the challenge now facing him at Old Trafford. He has a fight to regain his place in the starting XI, as well as an extra point to prove after being removed as club captain. All of that will have to be balanced with retaining his place in the England squad.
The bookmakers believe this to be the most likely outcome, establishing it as a 7/10 odds-on favourite in the market.
West Ham United
Following the sale of Declan Rice to Arsenal, David Moyes will have some notable cash to spend and Harry Maguire could be a solid option to bolster the ranks at the London Stadium.
Initially highlight as a 6/1 chance to move to the capital and join the Hammers, he's shortened to 7/4 to become his most likely suitor according to the bookies. Maguire could be a relatively cheap purchase with United desperate to get his wages off the books and a switch to the Hammers could be a decent deal for both parties.
Tottenham Hotspur
A woeful eighth position in the Premier League last season saw Tottenham Hotspur flatter to deceive in the top-flight last season, with rumours gathering speed that Harry Kane could be off in the summer sure to send shivers down the spines of Spurs fans.
With a staggering 63 goals conceded in the league last year, Spurs' defence certainly needs solidifying and the arrival of new boss Ange Postecoglou is sure to bring some positivity around the club.
Maguire has the potential to be one of the first signings made by the former Celtic gaffer. Originally priced at around the 7/2 mark, Spurs have drifted all the way out to 6/1 to recruit him for this season's plans.
Chelsea
Chelsea are the latest club to be linked to the ex-Manchester United captain this window and have been backed in from 25/1 to 15/2 following the announcement of Wesley Fofana's injury. The Frenchman is expected to be missing 2-3 months due to a broken ACL and this isn't his first run in with an injury. The defender has missed a total of 469 days due to injury since the 19/20 season and while it's unfortunate it's happening to him, Chelsea need to get someone in to cover for when he is injured.
This is where Harry Maguire comes in! I think it's clear Erik ten Hag doesn't see him in his plans for Manchester United following Maguire's departure as Manchester United captain. The Dutchman also has a solid backline in Varane and Martinez who are going to start every game they can and even if they don't, Lindelof seems to be ahead of Maguire.
Considering he's not in United's plans he should be free to leave for the right price and Chelsea have got plenty of cash to throw at their problems. If they think Maguire can fix their issue and fill in for Fofana, the odds for Maguire to Chelsea could drastically shorten.
Newcastle United
Eddie Howe's Newcastle United are a side going places, as having finished a tremendous fourth last season to earn Champions League football, the Magpies will be wanting to kick on and with plenty of money in the bank to spend on transfers then they could have a very busy summer.
Howe hasn't gone crazy with the cheque book since his arrival, but the Geordie faithful will be wanting him to splash the cash in the off-season to properly compete in the Champions League.
As big as 10/1 with some firms to join the Toon Army, Maguire will find it difficult to find a Champions League club that will see him walk straight into the side and it's arguable that he could be second or third choice at Newcastle at the start of the season, so this may not appeal to the Englishman, who will want to play games now he's into his 30s.
Aston Villa
Unai Emery's heroics at Aston Villa saw them finish seventh in the Premier League, so European football will be heading to Villa Park next season, which is sure to interest Harry Maguire.
With the potential for plenty of Thursday/Sunday matches next season, Emery will need to bolster his squad across all departments and if the signing of Pau Torres wasn't enough to strengthen their defensive ranks, England international Harry Maguire could certainly plug that gap.
While Maguire has had a couple of troubled seasons at the back, he's proven at the highest level and could be a notable signing for the Midlands club. Firms go 12/1 for the transfer to happen.

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