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Connor O'Neill

Harry Maguire backed to be the perfect fit at Manchester United

Former Manchester United forward Teddy Sheringham believes Harry Maguire would be the perfect addition to his former side.

United are keen to add Maguire to their ranks this summer, but have so far failed to agree a deal with Leicester City, who are believed to be holding out for around £90million.

But Sheringham, who spent four years with the Reds, is keen to see the 26-year-old at Old Trafford and has even likened the centre-back to Steve Bruce and John Terry.

“I think he would be perfect,” Sheringham told talkSPORT.

“I think he’s got a calming effect on player’s around him and he doesn’t panic when he gets on the ball.

“He’s good in both boxes, which is always a big plus for central defenders.

“Players like Tony Adams, Steve Bruce and John Terry – they’re organised – they don’t have to be lightning quick and instead organise people around them and make sure there’s no gaps at the back and that’s what being a centre half is all about for me.”

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