Manchester United have reached an agreement with Bayern Munich for the transfer of defender Matthijs de Ligt. The deal is valued at €50 million, consisting of an initial €45 million plus up to €5 million in add-ons. The transfer is contingent on De Ligt passing a medical examination, with personal terms anticipated to be straightforward.
Key Details:
- Transfer Fee: €50 million total (€45 million upfront, €5 million in add-ons)
- Medical: Required before finalizing the deal
- Registration Deadline: By midday Thursday to be available for the opening Premier League match against Fulham on Friday
De Ligt, 24, has spent two seasons at Bayern Munich, making 73 appearances and scoring five goals. His previous experience with Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag at Ajax, where they won the Eredivisie in 2019, is expected to be beneficial.
Additional Transfer News:
- Noussair Mazraoui: Manchester United are also nearing a deal for Bayern Munich’s right-back Noussair Mazraoui. This move will proceed once Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s transfer to West Ham is finalized.
- Defensive Concerns: De Ligt’s arrival is timely as Manchester United deals with defensive injuries. New signing Leny Yoro is sidelined for three months, and several other defenders are currently unfit.
Impact and Analysis:
De Ligt’s reunion with Ten Hag at Manchester United could revitalize his career after mixed performances at Juventus and Bayern Munich. His leadership and defensive skills, previously showcased at Ajax, offer hope that he can regain his best form.
This transfer comes as Manchester United look to strengthen their defense following a challenging period with injuries and form issues in their backline.
