Kieran Trippier has hailed Manchester United defender Harry Magurie as a "fantastic captain".
Newcastle United defender Trippier has lined up alongside Maguire regularly for England in recent years.
Maguire has come under fire recently for his leadership at Old Trafford, but Trippier insists he is a brilliant skipper.
Speaking during BBC 5 Live Sport's coverage, Trippier said: "Harry is a fantastic captain and a brilliant mate of mine.
"He's a fantastic player and he's shown that over a number of years for club and country
"I've got huge respect for H. His leadership [impresses me] and the way he is around the place and his teammates. Obviously there I'm talking from England.
"He's one of those people where, if you're going through a moment, you can always speak to him - and the way he is on the pitch. He's a top-quality player and I'm delighted for him and the career that he's had.
"Harry is Manchester United captain and, over the years, has been a fantastic player for England."
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