According to De Telegraaf in Holland, United are attempting to steal a march on Real Madrid and sign Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek who they've started talks over this week.
They say Madrid have outlined a deal worth €55 million for the player however Ajax are growing impatient with the Spanish club and are open to selling him to United if they receive a suitable offer.
The player also has concerns that Madrid won't be able to sign him due to the coronavirus pandemic and is keen to sort out his future quickly.
The Times are also reporting our interest but haven't gone as far as saying we're negotiating for the player however they do say we're seriously considering him again and we looked into signing him last August.
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/manchester-united-renew-interest-in-ajax-midfielder-donny-van-de-beek-sd95dfcp6
Usually I'd be sceptical of news like this but the source is as good as you can pretty much get when it comes to Dutch football.
I don't exactly see how he fits in at United given our current midfield personnel and choice of system though.
Donny van de Beek
posted on 7/6/20
Depends if Nani got the ball first.
Yeah it’s sad but hilarious that article.
I’ve been called many things in my time, but a privileged Pakistani is a first.
posted on 7/6/20
comment by Joe The King Exotic (U10026)
posted 7 minutes ago
Depends if Nani got the ball first.
Yeah it’s sad but hilarious that article.
I’ve been called many things in my time, but a privileged Pakistani is a first.
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I will wire ten English pounds to a bank account of your choice (or the Pakistani rupee equivalent, if you’d prefer) if you change your username accordingly
posted on 7/6/20
Keep the tenner.
posted on 7/6/20
comment by Imran The King Khan (U10026)
posted 1 hour, 34 minutes ago
Keep the tenner.
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posted on 7/6/20
I was thinking Imran The Kahn Khan might be more linguistically appropriate, but it didn’t have the same ring to it.
posted on 8/6/20
Actually made my day already
posted on 8/6/20
I’m glad. Now you just need to come around to my Pogba way of thinking.
posted on 8/6/20
Van de Beek is a good player, adding good players is always helpful.
Just depends on the financial situation, if due to Covid there is a shortage of funds and Van de beek is the big signing then it’s crazy as right wing is the obvious hole in your squad.
If it’s not an either or then it’s a no brainer, whether pogba leaves or not
posted on 8/6/20
Grealish would be a better signing. He’s the English Hazard.
posted on 8/6/20
comment by Imran The King Khan (U10026)
posted 8 hours, 31 minutes ago
I’m glad. Now you just need to come around to my Pogba way of thinking.
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Pogba needs to prove me wrong.