The consensus within the game is that Maguire ‘lacks pace’. I remember when Pep was after him and spoke of him last summer, he mentioned his speed as one of his best attributes. I’ve heard Ole do the same.
I’ve been paying close attention to it myself this season, and my opinion is similar. He is a very fast centre half. Sadly for him, what he lacks is agility. He’s a bit of a big lump. But he’s no slouch, and I think he’s done a disservice when the topic of his speed comes up.
I’ve been paying close attention to it myself this season, and my opinion is similar. He is a very fast centre half. Sadly for him, what he lacks is agility. He’s a bit of a big lump. But he’s no slouch, and I think he’s done a disservice when the topic of his speed comes up.