Harry Maguire is optimistic about potentially extending his stay at Manchester United after “positive” talks with the club.

Maguire’s current deal is set to expire at the end of the season, although United retain the option to extend it for another year, keeping him at the club until 2026.

The England international was close to joining West Ham in 2023, but the transfer fell through.

Since then, Maguire has found himself low in the defensive pecking order following the summer arrivals of Matthijs de Ligt and Lenny Yoro.

However, after a stunning performance in United’s dramatic 2-1 derby win over Manchester City on Sunday, the 31-year-old remains optimistic about his future at Old Trafford.

“I haven’t really thought about (my long-term future),” Maguire said.

“I still have this year to go with an option in their hands. But, yes, all the signs are positive at the moment, and the chat I’m having is really positive.”

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When asked if discussions about a long-term contract were underway, Maguire simply replied, “Yes.”

The centre-back was a surprise starter in Ruben Amorim’s lineup for the game at the Etihad.

Maguire put in a solid defensive performance, keeping Erling Haaland calm as United scored two late goals to secure a dramatic win.

“It’s been a tough start to the season for us and not much for our fans to be excited about, so that’s for them,” Maguire added.

“I thought the game was a 50-50 game, to be honest. Could have gone either way. It is an improvement but there is still a long way to go.”

The win is a significant result for Amorim, who has experienced mixed results since replacing Erik ten Hag as United manager.

“I think you can see we have a good structure, a good style of play, the way he wants us to work,” Maguire added.

“He is very good tactically. He has proven that he is a winner.

“And, look, we’re still new. I think he’s been here for a month now, and we’re really looking forward to where we can take this club. I am sure he will take it positively.”