Man United to pip Real Madrid to Ajax’s van de Beek

The Dutchman has been strongly linked with both United and Los Blancos this summer as he looks set to exit the Amsterdam giants.

The 23-year-old midfielder was one of the stars last season as Ajax stunned Europe by coming within one minute of the Champions League final, while also enjoying great success domestically.

However, unlike teammates and fellow Dutch internationals Frenkie de Jong and Matthijs de Ligt, he ultimately remained at the Amsterdam giants this season and remains an integral part of their side .

“It is clear that clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester United are showing interest in Donny van de Beek,” Ajax technical secretary Edwin van der Sar told NOS, cited by Diario AS and Four Four Two.

“Of course, the movements of €150m-200m will disappear, but I think there is still a very high value for some Ajax players.”