Harry Maguire is at the center of a competitive transfer race involving three Serie A clubs as his contract with Manchester United approaches its conclusion. The 32-year-old centre-back finds himself in the final six months of his deal at Old Trafford, leading to speculation about his future. According to Italian media outlet TuttoMercatoWeb, Maguire has drawn interest from reigning Serie A champions Napoli, alongside Inter Milan and Fiorentina.
While a potential reunion with former teammates Scott McTominay and Rasmus Hojlund at Napoli is enticing, Maguire may need to accept a significant pay cut to facilitate a move to Italy. The current situation has prompted the England international to engage in discussions with his agents regarding possible exit strategies from Manchester United.
Napoli manager Antonio Conte is reportedly considering adding Maguire to his squad as the club prepares for a potential departure of defender Luca Marianucci. Meanwhile, Inter Milan, currently leading the Serie A table, could also be an option for Maguire if either Stefan de Vrij or Francesco Acerbi leave the club. Fiorentina, despite struggling in the relegation zone, has expressed interest in Maguire; however, financial constraints may hinder their chances of securing a deal.
Should he join Fiorentina, Maguire would have the opportunity to play alongside former United goalkeeper David De Gea. Currently, Manchester United boasts defensive options such as Lisandro Martinez, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Ayden Heaven, which raises questions about Maguire’s position in the squad.
Maguire’s appearances this season have been limited, with him making only ten appearances across all competitions. He recently returned from injury during the FA Cup loss to Brighton & Hove Albion. Manchester United acquired Maguire from Leicester City in 2019 for a record fee of £85 million, making him the most expensive defender in football history.
As the January transfer window approaches, the situation regarding Maguire’s future is likely to unfold rapidly, with multiple clubs vying for his signature and the player weighing his options carefully.
