Harry Maguire adapting to cult hero life
On the back of a hugely impressive World Cup for England, Leicester defender Harry Maguire has admitted he is not yet used to life as a cult hero in English football.
The centre-back earned the nickname 'slabhead' thanks to teammate Jamie Vardy, and his general style of play earned him plaudits as well as becoming a fan favourite.
Maguire, 25, was subject to hundreds queueing up for autographs as he supported his brothers at a pre-season friendly between Gainsborough and Chesterfield.
After returning to the England squad this week, Maguire said: "It was pretty mad. At half-time, I had a pretty long queue and I tried to get through as many autographs as I could.
"There must have been a good few hundred queuing up. I think they restricted them to one photo or a signature each to try and get through. That was probably the busiest place I have been but it is nice. I try to keep my feet on the ground, still living the same life.
"I still support my brothers, which I have done my whole life. The only difference is that I am getting recognised in more places and asked for more pictures."
Maguire was also subject to interest from Manchester United this summer, though opted to stay with the 'Foxes'.
"I spoke with Leicester after a bit of interest from clubs, they reiterated that I wasn't for sale and I respected that decision.
"They gave me an opportunity to play in the Premier League when I had just been relegated with Hull. They have gave me the platform to play at the World Cup so I feel I owe them and I respect that decision."