Man Utd stars 'question' captain Harry Maguire's selection in Ralf Rangnick's team

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Maguire has struggled for consistency this season, with calf and rib injuries interrupting his rhythm.The 28-year-old defender has made 27 appearances in all competitions for United this campaign, but was left out of the side in the most recent game against Watford on Saturday.

Ralf Rangnick explained the decision was down to the need for “fresh legs, energy and the tactical demands against this Watford team.” But The Times now reports that there are tensions behind the scenes at United, with Maguire’s selection being privately questioned by members of the squad.

Maguire’s poor form has not impressed some of his team-mates, who have reportedly aired those grievances among themselves at the club’s Carrington training ground.Despite being captain, Maguire’s standards are not meeting the club’s high standards, according to his unhappy team-mates.Speaking last month, Rangnick has defended Maguire’s efforts for the team.“Harry was injured.

He came back and had a good game against West Ham and I am pretty sure he can play at the same kind of level,” he said. “The way we are playing now is new to him, also because in the English national team he is used to playing in a back three and here at Manchester United in a back four, but still not being as proactive with that kind of defence when we try and be on the front foot trying to defend. “This is something new to him and it will take some time for him to get used to that and adjust to that.”Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply.