Real Madrid appear to compete for De Ligt with Man Utd.
Matthijs de Ligt has emerged as a target for Real Madrid, prompting Manchester United to move quickly on the deal.
That Manchester United can no longer stand idly by with their interest in Bayern Munich Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt Spanish football powerhouse Real Madrid prepare to make a move for De Ligt as well, in order to add more options in defence.
Multiple outlets are reporting that the 24-year-old ยูฟ่าเบท centre-back has agreed personal terms with United. But the main obstacle remains the price tag. Which has yet to be settled, with Bayern having rejected a €35m bid from the Red Devils.
Bayern are adamant that they will only let the former Juventus star, who cost €67m, leave the Allianz Arena if they receive a price tag of at least €50m.
That Manchester United’s ill-timed moves may have prevented them from reaching. Especially as the world’s top team Real Madrid are now preparing a plan to make inroads into the player.
Real Madrid are looking replacement for former captain Nacho Fernandez. Who has move to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah, and are eyeing. It is also expected that the former Ajax Amsterdam star is also ready to accept an offer from the Los Blancos, so if Man Utd are still interested in the player. They will have to close this deal possible.