West Ham United has reached an agreement in principle with Manchester United for Harry Maguire, News About Nigeria gathered.
The Hammers have taken a significant step toward securing the services of the England center-back at Old Trafford.
After a previously rejected bid earlier in the transfer window, the two clubs have now reached an agreement in principle for a transfer fee of £30 million.
The majority of this sum will be paid upfront in cash, as the agreement signals a considerable financial hit for Manchester United, who originally acquired Maguire from Leicester City for £80 million four seasons ago.
With personal terms expected to pose no major obstacles, West Ham is optimistic about finalizing the deal.
The agreement comes as a reflection of West Ham’s drive to strengthen their defensive lineup ahead of the new season. Maguire’s experience and defensive prowess, although questionable by many United fans, are seen as valuable assets that could enhance the team’s performance in the upcoming campaign.
For Manchester United, the deal marks a tactical decision to restructure their defensive resources that was unstable last season, while West Ham aims to secure a top-level defender to bolster their ranks.
The successful agreement in principle between the two clubs indicates Maguire’s possible move to West Ham is the nearest days.
With the Premier League season just around the corner, the transfer activity is poised to intensify as clubs finalize their squads for the upcoming challenges.
Meanwhile, Manchester United will have their first English Premier League game on Monday, August 14, against Wolves, while West Ham will visit AFC Bournemouth on Saturday, August 12.
