Even if he stays put, HARRY MAGUIRE is expected to lose the captain’s armband at Manchester United this week.

Despite only making eight Premier League starts during the previous season, Maguire has so far retained the position as team captain.

Manchester United is about to oust Harry Maguire as captain.

It’s anticipated that Bruno Fernandes would receive the armband.Source: GettyErik ten Hag will consult with his team in the next days to get their opinion, but there is little possibility that it will change.

Bruno Fernandes, who led the squad for the second part of the previous season, appears set to accept the full-time position.

The defensive pecking order includes Maguire, 30, Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof, and Luke Shaw.

Although there are few openings, a compensation increase brought on by United’s return to the Champions League may deter potential candidates.

West Ham expressed interest, but their January loan request was rejected. Spurs and Newcastle have also been mentioned as potential suitors.

With Mason Mount’s £55 million arrival and the takeover situation clouding Ten Hag’s intentions, United must sell in order to pay for more large purchases.

Even though Maguire still has two years left on his contract, he is aware that losing his status in the England team would be disastrous.

On the £85 million he cost Leicester in 2019, United must face a significant loss.