Maguire appears comfortable in a three-man central defense, having excelled in this setup for his national team over the years. He will be looking to overcome a minor injury to keep his spot in the lineup and face Brighton in the 17:30 BST match.
“Playing with three center-backs has been beneficial for him,” Amorim stated. “He seems to feel more at ease.”
“Being positioned centrally means he doesn’t have to venture to the flanks as much, which can help some players perform better. I’m truly pleased with his progress.
“Though he’s not the youngest at 32, there’s still plenty of room for growth. He can enhance his game significantly, particularly with his ball skills, as he possesses that ability and needs to demonstrate it.
“Considering the current trends in set-pieces, where teams flood the box with players during every opponent’s cross, he is a key asset for us. I’m really satisfied, but he must keep pushing forward. That match is behind us; the goal is a thing of the past. It’s time to focus on the present and what lies ahead.”
