Manager Erik ten Hag has decided to remove Harry Maguire from his role as captain of Manchester United.
Maguire, who had held the captaincy since January 2020, found himself on the sidelines for a significant portion of Ten Hag’s debut season in charge.
Harry Maguire has said it was a privilege to captain Manchester United, after confirming that he is no longer the club skipper.
In a statement, the United and England centre-back thanked the fans for all their support during his captaincy.
He said: “After discussions with the manager today he has informed me he is changing captain. He outlined his reasons to me and whilst I’m personally extremely disappointed, I will continue to give my all every time I wear the shirt.
After discussions with the manager today he has informed me he is changing captain. He outlined his reasons to me and whilst I’m personally extremely disappointed, I will continue to give my all every time I wear the shirt.
— Harry Maguire (@HarryMaguire93) July 16, 2023
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“So I wanted to say a massive thank you to the Manchester United fans for all their brilliant support whilst I’ve been wearing the armband.
“Since the day I took on the role, three-and-a-half years ago, it’s been a huge privilege to lead Manchester United and one of the proudest moments of my career to date. It’s one of the greatest honours in club football. I’ve done everything I possibly could to help United be successful – on and off the field.
“I will always be grateful to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for first giving me the responsibility and I wish whoever now takes it on every success and they will have my full support.”
Everyone at Manchester United thanked Harry for his contribution as captain over the past three-and-a-half years.
The manager will announce the new captain in due course, after he has informed the players.