Manchester United a much needed edge in the transfer race for Donny van de Beek. At 23, the Ajax midfielder is hot property after two seasons of fine displays in Holland.
Van de Beek's superb performances in the Champions League last season especially setting him apart. Unlike Frenkie de Jong, Matthijs De Ligt and Hakim Ziyech, van de Beek is yet to secure a move away from the Johan Cruyff Arena - but that could all change this summer.Real Madrid have been long-term admirers of the midfielder, looking to freshen up their ageing midfield of Toni Kroos and Luka Modric.
And United have also been earmarked as a potential destination for the midfielder. Things did go quiet over United's pursuit of Van de Beek but this week it has been reported.
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