Man Utd get transfer boost with defender ‘open to join’

According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United have made contact with Matthijs de Ligt’s representatives, with the Dutch defender “open to joining United”.

Matthijs de Ligt ‘Open to join’ Manchester United

Manchester United aims to strengthen the defense

The center of defense appears to be an area the Manchester giants are keen to strengthen with the update from Romano mentioning Jarrad Branthwaite as another option for the Red Devils. It will be music to the ears of United fans that a player of De Ligt’s stature is open to joining the club even without Champions League football.

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It also appears Bayern Munich could sell £263,000-a-week De Ligt this summer – which could accelerate Erik ten Hag’s interest in a player he managed at Ajax.

Defensive fights

Manchester United struggled with injuries last season which seemed to affect the club and their defensive set-up, the injury to Lisandro Martinez probably the most important. His return towards the end of the season brought about a marked improvement in the defensive stability of the Red Devils.

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With his departure Raphael Varane confirmed, and the performance struggles of others, it looks like new players will be coming to bolster their defense with the club linked to Jean-Clair Todibowho seems unable to move to Old Trafford because Nice and Manchester United have the same owners.

Matthijs de Ligt’s style of play

The Dutchman would bring a presence to the Old Trafford backline and some stability to a defense that has struggled for consistency in terms of personnel and performance. It’s strong when contesting aerial duels, and it is difficult to pass, while tailoring his tacks well. He is comfortable on the ball and would be a useful outlet for Andre Onana. There‘Without a doubt, Ten Hag need to strengthen in defense and De Ligt would be a great signing with a lot of experience at a high level.