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As the Dutchman looked to reshape his squad a year ago he was willing to let Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay go. A bid was accepted for Maguire and there was interest in McTominay, but neither deal came off. Maguire turned down West Ham and Kobbie Mainoo’s injury helped put paid to an exit for McTominay.
It sums up the chaotic nature of last season that two players Ten Hag felt were surplus to requirements turned out to be so crucial. Maguire and McTominay were among the better performers as injuries hit hard.
They both played pivotal roles to just about keep the season on track, but Maguire missed the FA Cup final through injury. Had he been fit, he almost certainly wouldn’t have started anyway. McTominay came on for just the final seven minutes.
That is a fair reflection of their status in the squad. With a fully fit group to choose from, Ten Hag would have Maguire and McTominay on the bench and that is why, a year on from almost leaving the club, their efforts of last season haven’t guaranteed another extension to their stay at Old Trafford.
This story is from the June 20, 2024 edition of Manchester Evening News.
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