“Positive signs”: United close to agreeing new deal with in-form star, fans will be buzzing – report

Manchester United are inching closer to keeping one of their leaders at the club beyond the current season. Casemiro’s expected departure will come as a big blow, both on and off the pitch, considering the experience and winning mentality he brought to the squad. Tom Heaton, another of the leaders in the group, could also be let go. To make matters worse, the contract of Harry Maguire was also up in the summer, with INEOS dilly-dallying over an extension. Naturally, plenty of clubs were eyeing the soon-to-be free agent, with a few even attempting an audacious January raid. Contract update Michael Carrick held firm, and blocked all exits, but with the co-owners yet to agree a new deal, it seemed like the former club captain would be on his way out. But according to Teamtalk, there has been a breakthrough in talks between the club and the defender. INEOS wanted the Englishman to take a pay cut, and as things stand, that is likely to happen. Also, the new deal will be a short-term one, likely to be for a year, which suits INEOS. “Sources have highlighted positive developments in talks between Maguire and Man Utd. Harry Maguire needs to stay “Sources close to the situation, describe “positive signs” that a compromise could be reached, likely involving a wage reduction from his current £180,000 per week and a short-term extension of perhaps one additional season. “They are the ideal terms for United, given we’ve all seen how quickly players deep into their thirties can decline. “With Casemiro set to depart, Maguire’s experience and recent solid performances have bolstered his case to remain, earning support from the dressing room and interim manager Michael Carrick.” Harry Maguire has been in top form for the caretaker head coach, and his teammates all want him to stay. So this will please both Carrick and the players. Feature image Shaun Botterill via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Ayantan Chowdhury After failing to become a professional footballer, Ayantan switched to the next best thing: writing about the greatest football club in the world. He has extensive sports journalism experience, having worked for over 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25