Manchester United target Matthijs de Ligt 'honoured' by transfer talk
After 10 years with the Dutch club, the 18-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Amsterdam Arena to a number of Europe’s biggest sides
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Your support makes all the difference.Manchester United target Matthijs De Ligt has admitted it is an “honour” to have been linked with Jose Mourinho’s side, alongside the likes of Barcelona and Juventus.
Since breaking into Ajax’s senior set-up, the youngster has emerged as one of the game’s most promising defensive prospects.
After 10 years with the Dutch club, the 18-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Amsterdam Arena to a number of Europe’s biggest sides.
Barcelona have reportedly been keeping close tabs on de Ligt as they consider a long-term replacement for Gerard Pique while Juventus and United have similarly been linked to the youngster.
Addressing the recent speculation over his future, the player said it was a “real honour to be associated with some big clubs” but refused to say which side he would be willing to join.
“I’m not in touch with anyone yet,” de Ligt told Italian outlet Tutto Mercato after Holland’s 1-1 draw with Italy on Monday night. “I’m here with my national team, focused on this.
“Of course, it’s a real honour to be associated with some big clubs but it does not change for me, I just have to continue to play well.
“I hope I can grow as much as possible and that’s why it’s important to play every week at high levels.
“Who would I choose between Juve, Barcelona and United? It’s difficult, they’re all great teams.
“We must think about it, understand what is the best step to do. At the moment I do not know, I’m on vacation and I can think about it.”
Ajax have valued De Ligt at between £35-44m, with Arsenal said to be interested in signing him up as well.
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