'Unacceptable' Harry Maguire should be wary as Man Utd close in on Lisandro Martinez transfer

Manchester United appear set to complete the £46million signing of Lisandro Martinez, which should leave Harry Maguire looking over his shoulder. Although Erik ten Hag has confirmed that the Englishman will remain captain, the arrival of Martinez would surely put his place in danger.

The Argentinian was named Ajax's Player of the Year last season by winning the Eredivisie title. He also has three years of experience in the Ten Hag system, which would be a crucial advantage in his battle to earn a starting spot.

Maguire's terrible form last season also helped Martinez in his hopes of getting regular playing time at Old Trafford. The defender has often been castigated by pundits, with Roy Keane at one point calling his performances 'unacceptable'.

"When they feel like it, they show up, but when they're under pressure and under pressure, they don't have the team spirit you need. This Manchester United team lacks the talent of any kind. way," he told Sky Sports following the pounding at the hands of Liverpool in April.

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"I don't think they're as talented as they think they are, so they have to support him with that spirit. Defensively, we're trying to help Maguire, but that last goal isn't acceptable for Manchester United .< /p>

"We are talking about this rebuild again. But Manchester United need quality players to try to compete. I don't know if we are fifth or sixth in the league, Manchester United fifth or sixth in the league? Unbelievable."

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