Former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has backed Manchester United captain Harry Maguire to come good, after a horrific run of form for club and country.

Speaking in his column to The Sun, Harry wrote: "Harry Maguire will be stuck on the sidelines once again when today's Manchester derby kicks off.

"And judging from the stick he's had this week, that's where most people would like him to be when England begin their World Cup adventure next month.

"Well, it might not be the popular view right now but here's a thing… if I was picking the side to face Iran on November 21, Harry would be in it, for sure.

"You don't need me to say he's had a rough time of things lately. Maguire's such a straight guy, he'd tell you that himself.

"Yes, he's made a few ricks although getting as much grief as he is doesn't make it any easier.

"But Harry is a really decent lad and the one thing he won't do is shy away from it all. He's also a strong enough character — and good enough player — to come through it."