The Most Expensive World Footballer XI Of All Time
8. Centre Back: Harry Maguire - £80 Million
While Virgil van Dijk's £75 million price tag was the world record for a defender for 18 months, Manchester United have recently eclipsed this figure, paying £80 million to Leicester City for the services of their defensive leader, Harry Maguire.
The newest Red Devil became popular throughout the country with his incredible performances in the 2018 World Cup in France, helping the Three Lions earn a place in their first semi final of a major tournament since Euro '96.
While £80 million may seem a lot for the former Hull City man, all you need to do is look at the Virgil van Dijk signing to see what can happen when a team spends big on a centre back. Particularly one as in need of help defensively as Man United. Maguire will be competing for a place in the starting line up next season with fellow centre backs Victor Lindelof, Eric Bailly, Phil Jones, Chris Smalling, and Marcus Rojo.
Based on this, it seems likely Maguire will get the lion's share of game time and will have every opportunity to show he is worth the money United had to pay for him.