Harry Maguire: Under Siege Manchester United Captain Out to Make Amends Under Erik Ten Hag

• Manchester United captain Harry Maguire is hoping for a better season under Erik ten Hag after a poor season
• Maguire was retained as captain by the new boss in a big show of faith in the England international
• The captain has said that everyone at the club will be in need of a fresh start as they hope to get back to their glory days

Harry Maguire has explained that he is hoping to make a fresh start after an underwhelming campaign last season. Maguire, was often faulted for his defensive performances as United recorded their lowest-ever tally in the Premier League.

But now under new management, the United captain is hoping to write off the wrongs of the past and lead the club to glory. New boss Erik ten Hag recently confirmed he will remain as the club's captain despite widespread calls to have him dropped.

Manchester United completed their swoop for Feyenoord defender Tyrell Malacia on Tuesday as Erik ten Hag made his first signing since taking charge at Old Trafford.

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The 29-year-old was at the centre of United's defence which crumbled on numerous occasions as the red Devils finished a sixth consecutive season without a trophy. The Daily Mail reports that he is now looking ahead to the upcoming season with renewed optimism.

Last year was disappointing.

As an individual I didn't play well, and as team we certainly didn't play well. You're going to have to fight, you're going to have setbacks and last year was certainly a setback for myself on my career path.

Everyone knows last year was nowhere near good enough, but it's a fresh start and we've got a big season ahead.

Maguire's position will be under intense scrutiny especially with the club on the verge of acquiring Lisandro Martinez from Ajax. Competitions in the squad will be rife with Eric Bailly, Victor Lindelof and Raphael Varane all available in the centre-back position.

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Gary Neville asks Manchester United fans to support Erik ten Hag's decisions

Sports Brief had earlier reported that popular pundit and Manchester United legend Gary Neville has asked the club's fans to support Erik ten Hag's decision to maintain Harry Maguire as the captain.

The new manager confirmed on Monday morning that he had no intention of changing Maguire, who has been under fire from fans.

The news did not go down well with a majority of United supporters. Gary Neville was on the receiving end of the fans' backlash on Twitter after he supported Ten Hag's decision.