Harry Maguire reluctant to leave Man United in blow to Erik ten Hag transfer plans

Harry Maguire is reluctant to leave Manchester United this summer, talkSPORT understands.

The defender had been tipped to leave Old Trafford this transfer window after a disappointing season.

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But talkSPORT understands that Maguire is not keen on departing the club this summer despite being ostracised from the starting XI.

United boss Ten Hag wants to sell the England international to fund a move for Napoli star Kim Min-jae.

However, despite Tottenham being linked with Maguire, the 30-year-old is reluctant to give up his position at Old Trafford just yet.

The former Leicester star has made just 16 appearances for the Red Devils this season in the Premier League.

Just eight of them have been starts, with several appearances amounting to just a few minutes at the end of the match.

It had been believed that Maguire would look for a new club in the summer, especially after being warned by Gareth Southgate about his England chances.

Several clubs had taken an interest, including Tottenham, who are desperate to bolster their defence.

Aston Villa were another option but Maguire wants to stay at United and fight for his position.

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But that could just throw a spanner in the works at Old Trafford where Ten Hag has plans to bring in more players.

While a striker and midfielder are being chased, another defender was also high on the Dutchman’s wish list.

Napoli star Min-jae has become the top target after a sensational season in Serie A, where he helped them win the Scudetto in his debut campaign.

Despite landing their first league victory since 1990, there could be an exodus at the club where manager Luciano Spalletti has already left.

Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez have been the first-choice centre-backs at United this season.

But Min-jae was seen as the long-term successor to Varane, who has still only just turned 30.

However, as the Red Devils prepare to ply their trade in the Champions League next season, Ten Hag wanted a strong defence to cope with the heavy fixture schedule.

Newcastle are also in the hunt for Min-jae and Maguire’s decision to stick rather than twist might just open the door at St James’ Park over a transfer.

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