And in response to Fabrizio Romano, United have made contact with Bayern over the signing of Pavard.

The 27-year-old is alleged to need a new problem away from Bavaria after coming into the ultimate 12 months of his contract, with no intention of extending phrases.

However, Maguire's keep would throw United's defensive switch plans out of the window, given it could take away Ten Hag's want so as to add a fourth possibility.

He is beginning the season with Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof and Maguire to select from. Luke Shaw has additionally confirmed he can cowl centrally.

If Maguire's West Ham transfer breaks by, United will seemingly flip their consideration towards a brand new midfielder after confirming Fred's exit for Fenerbahce.

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