British media: Manchester United has started informal negotiations with Maguire on a one-year contract extension, but he must accept a salary cut

According to British media talksport, Manchester United has launched informal negotiations with Maguire on a one-year contract extension.

British media stated that Manchester United has launched informal negotiations with Maguire on a one-year contract extension. The negotiations have not yet officially begun, but Maguire hopes to clarify the specific situation before the winter window opens, by which time he will be eligible to sign a pre-agreement with overseas clubs. United value Maguire both on and off the pitch and the defender remains part of the team's leadership team.

It is reported that Maguire is willing to renew his contract, but any new contract is likely to be short-term, and the 32-year-old player must accept a salary cut. Maguire is currently one of Manchester United's highest-paid players, with a weekly salary of about 190,000 pounds. The media also said that Maguire hopes to get clear information as soon as possible so that he can focus on his football career and strive to be selected for the England team to participate in what is almost certainly his last World Cup.

Sources within Manchester United emphasized that no decision has been made on Maguire's contract extension, but a formal offer is likely to be made. Manchester United's view is that if a new contract with a reduced salary can be agreed with Maguire, the club can choose to retain this important player and leader, or guarantee his value next summer. In the latter case, the club would still consider selling if Maguire decided that leaving would be in the best interest of his career.

Maguire currently has no specific options after leaving Manchester United. He has been paying attention to the Saudi team since 2023, and Riyadh Victory has shown initial interest in him. MLS's New York Red Bulls have also held exploratory talks with Maguire's team. It is believed that Maguire has no plans to move outside England or Europe at present, and he still believes that there will be interest in him from clubs in the five major leagues, including clubs in the Premier League.

Maguire and Manchester United may not be close to completing a contract extension, but both parties are willing to further advance negotiations, and the final result may be clear before the end of the year. TalkSPORT revealed this month that Maguire is considering renewing his contract, which will see him play around 200 Premier League games for Manchester United by the end of this season.