Soccer - Media: Man United in talks with de Ligt's representatives
Manchester United allegedly intensify their pursuit of Bayern Munich's Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt. According to English media reports in agreement, Manchester United conducted talks with the representative of the 24-year-old about a transfer. A list of defensive candidates for ManUnited is reportedly also featuring Englishman Jarrad Branthwaite (22/FC Everton) and Frenchman Jean-Clair Todibo (24/OGC Nizza).
De Ligt is reportedly the most lucrative selling candidate from Bayern Munich's center-back position. He joined Bayern for around 70 million Euro transfer fee from Juventus Turin two years ago. The Dutch national team player, who faces Romania in the EURO eight-finals on Tuesday with his team, has not yet established himself as an undisputed starter at the German record champions. In Manchester, he could meet his former Ajax Amsterdam coach, Erik ten Hag.
Bayern have signed Japanese national team player Hiroki Ito (25) from VfB Stuttgart for the defense for the upcoming season. German national team player Jonathan Tah (28) of Bayer Leverkusen is still being speculated about.
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Manchester United's interest in Bayern Munich's De Ligt is gaining traction, as talks about a potential transfer have been confirmed. This comes amidst reports of United also considering Englishman Branthwaite from Everton FC and Frenchman Todibo from OGC Nice as defensive reinforcements.
De Ligt, who joined Bayern for a substantial 70 million Euro fee, might find a new home in Manchester, potentially reuniting with his former Ajax Amsterdam coach, Ten Hag.
In contrast, Bayern Munich is bolstering their defense with the addition of Japanese international Hiroki Ito from VfB Stuttgart. German national team player Tah, currently at Bayer Leverkusen, remains a transfer speculation.
Manchester United's pursuit of De Ligt and other defenders underscores their determination to strengthen their squad for upcoming soccer challenges in England. Bayern Munich's transfers, meanwhile, illustrate their continuous efforts to maintain their dominance in the Bundesliga.
De Ligt's potential departure from Bayern Munich could spark substantial financial implications for the German club, considering his lucrative market value. Meanwhile, the English Premier League's transfer market buzzes with the possibility of De Ligt donning a Manchester United jersey.
The soccer world watches with anticipation as the transfer saga of De Ligt unfolds, with Manchester United and Bayern Munich at the center of this fascinating transfer narrative.
