West Ham agree deal in principle with Manchester United for Harry Maguire

West Ham United have agreed a deal in principle with Premier League rivals ManchesterManchesterManchester United for England defender Harry Maguire, media reported on Wednesday. Sky Sports television and the BBC said the deal was worth around 30 million pounds ($38 million) and personal terms were not expected to be a problem.

Manchester United's English defender Harry Maguire reacts as he leaves at half time during the pre-season friendly football match(AFP)

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag last month stripped Maguire of the captaincy after the 30-year-old made only eight Premier League starts last season, spending much of the time on the bench or injured. Maguire has become surplus to requirements at United and needs playing time to remain in England manager Gareth Southgate's plans with the Euro 2024 championships looming next year.