And Souness believes Maguire is a good acquisition even though United have had to pay a world-record fee for a defender.
“Everyone knows United are desperate to get back to the top of the Premier League,” Souness told Sky Sports.
“There’s a premium paid normally for Manchester United but this time I think there’s a premium on the premium.
“But Harry Maguire is a top player and, at 26, has eight years left at the top in him providing he doesn’t get any injuries.
“He has outstanding quality. He can defend, he’s great on the ball and has great presence. He gets goals, too.
Harry Maguire transfer to Man Utd backed despite fee being ‘premium on premium’ (Image: GETTY)
Harry Maguire transfer to Man Utd backed despite fee being ‘premium on premium’ (Image: GETTY)
“I think it’s a great buy.”
Solskjaer may still be busy in the final few days of the transfer window, which closes on Thursday.
Bruno Fernandes and Paulo Dybala have both been linked with moves to Old Trafford.
And Solskjaer suggested he will be busy before United kick off their Premier League season against Chelsea next Sunday.
The Norwegian said: “As a club we've had targets and we're working on a few cases, but as a coach and manager when you go out on the pitch, you work with the ones you have.
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