Lee Sharpe joined Manchester United from Torquay United in the summer of 1988 and played at Old Trafford for eight seasons, before leaving in 1996. He finally retired in 2004, and currently serves as a football pundit.

Speaking to Stadium Astro, the former Manchester United winger claimed Harry Maguire’s misfortunes over the summer had been stretched too far and unfairly linked to his initial struggles.

However, Sharpe was quick to point out that the English defender has been fantastic for the Red Devils since joining them.

Harry Maguire has overseen a terrific turn of fortunes for Manchester United in recent games, with the Red Devils unbeaten in the last ten games, winning eight of them. United are currently second in the league table, level on points with Liverpool, after 16 games.

Harry Maguire has handled the pressures of playing for Manchester United with class, says Sharpe

The Manchester United legend also shed light on how tough it is to play for the Red Devils. He also gave full marks to Harry Maguire for handling the pressures of playing for one of the biggest clubs in the world.

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