Rio Ferdinand says Manchester United are getting a true leader of men in Harry Maguire.
The 26-year-old centre-back became the world's most expensive defender after United paid Leicester 80m for his signature this week.
That title was held by Ferdinand when he moved to Old Trafford from Leeds, and the former England international has no doubt Maguire can handle the pressure.
"Most expensive defender of all time Harry Maguire signs for Manchester United for 80m," Ferdinand wrote in his post on Instagram.
"Funny enough we've both been there!
"Is there pressure? Yes. Is there expectation from across the world? Definitely. Are all eyes on me? 100%. Will your teammates be expecting big things? Of course. Will people be expecting a massive change in the team's fortune? Most definitely.
"These were the feelings, questions that were surrounding me when signing for the great club Manchester United.
"Being a centre-back, I have took a keen interest in Harry Maguire's game since being linked with Manchester United under Moyes.
"He has made huge strides in the right direction and improved in all areas of his game. He's grown into someone who can lead and be a leader of men and shown at both ends of the pitch he can be effective.
"He has composure, willingness on the ball as well as the ability to drive out from the defence which I feel is as good as anyone in the game right now.
"Does he have things to work on? Of course, like everyone else! After speaking to numerous people that know him, they all say what a level-headed, hard-working lad he is who will give 110% for his team, which he echoed when signing.
"I think something Manchester United have needed defensively in recent years is a big character who can take on the responsibility of leading from the back and from what I've heard from people who know him well, they are confident that he will bring that to this football club.
"I would like to wish him well in the No. 5 shirt of Manchester United and hope he can help bring back success to our club. Good luck Harry Maguire!"
