Manchester United’s Priority this Summer: Bringing in Matthijs de Ligt to Boost Defense

Manchester United’s priority this summer is to bring in a new centre-back to Old Trafford. The club has shown interest in several players like Jarrad Branthwaite, Jean-Clair Todibo, and Lenny Yoro, but their pursuit of Bayern Munich’s Matthijs de Ligt seems to be the most advanced.

At just 24 years old, de Ligt is already experienced and successful, having played for top European clubs like Ajax, Juventus, and Bayern Munich. He has won multiple trophies and has represented his country in major tournaments.

De Ligt’s time at Ajax under United boss Erik ten Hag is what he is most known for. He was a vital part of the Ajax defense, captaining the team to a league and cup double in 2019 and helping them reach the semi-finals of the Champions League. This strong bond between de Ligt and ten Hag from their time at Ajax seems likely to play a significant role in any decision made by Manchester United this summer regarding the signing of a new centre-back.