Harry Maguire’s mother reacts to criticism of his son
By Daily Tab24, Updated: Sep 15, 2023.
Harry Maguire is now considerably the most abused player on earth going by the criticisms he has faced since signing for Manchester United. Seen as top defender at Leicester City, the English man was signed for a record fee in his position. He showed glimpse of greatness, but ultimately declined with the team.
His mother has come to the defense of his son after Gareth Southgate condemned the treatment of his player within the media and among pundits. His mother bitterly complained about the abuse his son keeps getting for giving his best to his club and country – standing firmly against those attacking his son.
Since the retirement of Alex Ferguson, Manchester United has found life difficult, with the club struggling to replicate the form and coordination it once had under the legendary manager that put Manchester United in the mix of great clubs around the globe.
The club has tried different managers and players, but it appears the desire and determination to succeed is lacking, while some accuse the team of resting on the club’s past glory. Moyes was touted as the perfect replacement for Sir. Alex Ferguson, but it didn’t take long for the former Everton manager to be sacked, setting the streak for employ and sack solution, as the club searches for glory.
It is believed the club did not plan ahead of Ferguson, and sometimes, the management of the club is blamed for relying on Sir, Alex Ferguson while making appointment for new coach. Critics frowned at the influence of Ferguson whom they argued need to exit for a new project. The club continues to deny Ferguson is interfering in the decision making of the club on coach hiring.
Jose Mourinho has tried to restore the past glory of Manchester United, but ended up causing divide within the team, with Paul Pogba, who was considered a great player by the club at the centre of the issue that later saw Mourinho sacked by the club for poor performances.
Many players like Maguire have come and faltered. Pogba could not show the flares he showed at Juventus. Recently, Jordan Sancho could not light up the Premier league at Manchester United. The club’s recruitment team has been accused of poor negotiations with players, resulting to bogus wage structure.
Maguire appears to be the worst hit of the Manchester United decline over the years. His mother has spoken in defense of his son, according to her.
“As a mum, seeing the level of negative and abusive comments in which he is receiving from some fans, pundits and the media is disgraceful and totally unacceptable to any walk of life never mind someone who works his socks off for club and country” the disappointed mother wrote, buttressing Gareth’s position.
“I was there in the stands as usual, it’s not acceptable what’s been created over nothing” she added, addressing the Scottish fans target of his son during England last friendly match against Scotland.
“I understand that in world of football there are ups and downs, positive and negatives but what Harry receives has gone far beyond football” she added.
“For me seeing him go through what’s he’s going through is not ok. I’d hate to have to see other parents or players go through this in future, especially young boys and girls breaking through the ranks today” she said, indicating that she is also going through the hell with his son.
“Harry has a massive heart and it’s a good job he’s mentally strong and can handle it as others may not be able to”
“I wish this sort of abuse on nobody” she concluded.
