Manchester United Extend Maguire's Contract and Prepare for Liverpool Clash
Ruben Amorim highlights leadership concerns as Marcus Rashford is ruled out and Amad Diallo nears a new deal.
- Manchester United have triggered a one-year extension for Harry Maguire, keeping him at the club until June 2026.
- Manager Ruben Amorim cited a lack of leadership within the squad as a key reason for retaining Maguire, urging him to improve both his on-pitch performance and leadership qualities.
- Marcus Rashford will miss Sunday's match against Premier League leaders Liverpool due to illness, adding to uncertainty about the striker's future at the club.
- Amad Diallo is close to finalizing a new long-term contract with United, providing a rare positive development during a challenging season.
- United, currently 14th in the league, face Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday after losing five of their last six league games, including a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle earlier this week.