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In one of the more surprising transfer stories of the window so far, Chelsea have expressed an interest in signing Manchester United defender Harry Maguire, according to reports.

Chelsea have made a shock enquiry about Harry Maguire’s availability amid growing doubt over the central defender’s future at Manchester United.

Maguire, who could be dropped from Erik ten Hag's starting line-up for Monday's clash against Liverpool, struggled for form last season as United's leaky defence conceded 57 league goals.

But despite ongoing criticism over his performances, Ten Hag has repeatedly backed the England international, starting him in recent defeats to Brighton and Brentford.
The 29-year-old may not start at Old Trafford next week but it was reported on Friday night that big spenders Chelsea have made a shock approach for the player.

The Daily Mail claim the Blues have enquired about bringing the defender to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea reportedly raised the possibility of signing Maguire as part of Manchester United's attempts to sign Christian Pulisic earlier this week.

The west London club were said to be unwilling to send Pulisic on loan to United this summer as they believe Erik ten Hag's side to be a rival.

United’s first two matches of the season have both ended in defeat - a 2-1 home loss to Brighton on the opening day before last weekend’s embarrassing 4-0 defeat at Brentford.

Ten Hag is understood to be plotting changes to his team for the visit of Liverpool as he looks to trigger a response from his squad.

And Maguire’s place in the team is understood to be under threat with Raphael Varane - who has started the season on the bench - pushing for a return to the team. ten Hag will make a final decision in the next 24 hours.

If Maguire is withdrawn from the starting XI, it would raise major doubts over his future at United under ten Hag.