Manchester United Ready to Seal Transfer for “Amazing” Player in Coming Days
The Sir Jim Ratcliffe era at Old Trafford has started positively, highlighted by Manchester United’s FA Cup win shortly after he became part-owner.
Joshua Zirkzee has joined from Bologna in a significant transfer, and more additions are expected soon.
Among the exciting prospects, Dani Olmo has been linked with a move to United following an impressive Euro 2024 performance, where he finished joint-top of the scoring charts. Olmo, 26, excelled for Spain, contributing three goals and two assists, seamlessly replacing the injured Pedri.
Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been considered an alternative to Zirkzee, though his move might not happen this summer.
However, United may still seek additional attacking options, allowing Rasmus Hojlund to develop at his own pace.
Xavi Simons, another potential target, could join United before the next season starts, with PSG possibly looking to loan him out again. The 21-year-old was instrumental in the Netherlands reaching the Euros semi-finals and thrived on loan at RB Leipzig last season, scoring eight goals and registering 11 assists in the Bundesliga.
Man Utd Ready to Pay Asking Price for “Amazing” Player
According to Fussball News [via Sport Witness], Manchester United are in “harmonious and very constructive” talks to sign Matthijs de Ligt and are willing to meet Bayern Munich’s £42m asking price. The deal, which includes finalizing payment structures, could be completed in the “coming days.”
De Ligt, who could partner Lisandro Martinez at United, is a highly promising addition despite a slight dip in his recent form. At just 24, he was a standout for Ajax during their Champions League semi-final run five years ago.
His compatriot Nathan Ake praised him, saying, “He’s quick, strong for his age, very good in the air, and on the ball he is very good. He scores many from set-pieces, sharing attributes with Van Dijk.”
Matthijs de Ligt’s 2023/24 Bundesliga Stats:
- Appearances: 22
- Starts: 16
- Goals: 2
- Assists: 0
- Clearances per game: 2.4
- Aerial duel wins per game: 1.9
- Pass completion rate: 94%
Some fans may prefer alternatives like Jarrad Branthwaite, but this transfer offers de Ligt a chance to prove his status as one of his generation’s top center-backs.
Manchester United Ready to Seal Transfer for “Amazing” Player in Coming Days
