Manchester United are on the verge of signing of Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, despite being heavily linked with moves for Jack Grealish and James Maddison this summer.Reports suggest the Red Devils are set to land Van de Beek in a deal worth £40million, with chief negotiator Matt Judge finalising personal terms after hearing of late interest from Tottenham.The Dutchman is understood to have signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford, which includes the option of a further 12 months.But why did United choose to sign him over Maddison and Grealish in the summer transfer window?According to Manchester Evening News, Van de Beek was originally on United’s playmaker shortlist with both of the above players.However, after outlining a preference.
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