Officially .. Manchester United includes the most expensive defender in the world

LONDON (Reuters) – Manchester United has signed a contract with Leicester City defender Harry Maguire for a £ 80m ($ 97m) deal, making him the world's most expensive defender.

"Manchester United is happy to confirm that Harry Maguire has signed since Leicester City," the club said in a statement posted on his website. He announced having signed a six-year contract with the option of extending it for one year. "When Manchester United knocks on your door, it's an incredible opportunity," said the 26-year-old.

With this "enormous" movement, the English international defender has become the most expensive defender in the world, ahead of the Dutchman Fergel van Dyck.

Van Dyke moved to Liverpool in 2018 for 85 million euros from Southampton.

Maguire's decision to return to the top four finishes of the championship, after a modest national season, has been a big detriment to the Red Devils' defense.