Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has issued a warning to manager Erik ten Hag, stating that he will consider leaving the club in January if he continues to be a bit-part player.
Maguire was replaced as captain by Ten Hag before the start of the new season. However, he was given a chance to prove himself in their recent match against Brentford when six other defenders were injured. The England international made the most of this opportunity by setting up Scott McTominay’s winning goal in a 2-1 victory.
Unfortunately, Maguire’s return to the starting lineup is uncertain, as he will likely be pushed back to the bench once Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez recover from their injuries.
“I am not prepared to sit on the sidelines and play only one game a month,” Maguire stated. “If this situation persists, I am certain that myself and the club will need to have a serious conversation about my future.”
Maguire emphasized that the decision of whether he starts the next game for Manchester United lies in the hands of the manager. He added, “In a couple of weeks, I’ll return to the club and discover where I stand.”
While awaiting his return to his club, Maguire will be focused on the upcoming international matches for England, with friendlies against Australia and Italy.
