Insider: West Ham plot move to sign Man United star - 'They've wanted him for years'

West Ham are considering a move to reignite their long-term interest in Harry Maguire if Man United cannot agree terms over a new contract.

Former West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that the 30-year-old has been on West Ham‘s list for “years” and has admirers at the club.

The Hammers missed out on a deal to sign Maguire during David Moyes‘ time at the club after refusing to meet United’s asking price, but could now return.

With just six months remaining on his current contract, the England international could be available for free in June, placing a number of clubs on alert.

This comes amid ongoing concerns about their current centre-back options including the likes of Max Kilman, Konstantinos Mavropanos and Jean-Clair Todibo.

West Ham to capitalise on Harry Maguire’s Man United situation

Brown told Football Insider on 20 January that Man United should extend Maguire’s contract as he is set to play a huge role under Michael Carrick.

However, with his contract situation still up in the air as things stand, West Ham are keeping a close eye on him with a potential free transfer in mind.

“We wanted to bring Maguire in when I was at West Ham,” Brown told Football Insider.

“We felt he would have been a good addition under Moyes and Man United were willing to sell, but then the club wouldn’t meet his asking price.

“Now that he might be available on a free transfer, I expect that’s something they will be aware of and he will still be on their list of targets.

“He’s an upgrade on everything they’ve got at the moment, that’s for sure.

“The opportunity to get a player like him, who will improve their squad and add experience and know-how at the back on a free transfer, should be one they take.

“West Ham won’t be the only interested club because there are a few in the Premier League who could do with a player like that, but like I say, they’ve wanted him for years.

“They’ll be keeping an eye on what happens with his contract at Man United and if he’s going to be available, yeah, I think it would be a good move.”

Everton set sights on Harry Maguire and John Stones

Despite their long-standing interest, however, West Ham will not be alone in their pursuit of Maguire and will face competition from Premier League rivals.

Brown told Football Insider on 22 January that Everton are interested in signing Maguire, with Moyes believed to be a big fan of the centre-back.

The defender will have no shortage of suitors should he leave Man United this summer, but the opportunity to continue playing Premier League football will be appealing.

However, Maguire is not the only centre-back on Everton’s radar at the moment, with multiple options being considered, including Man City star John Stones.

Brown told Football Insider on 20 January that Everton would love to re-sign Stones despite concerns about his injury record so far this season.

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