Man Utd get ‘green light’ from Bayern star over summer transfer, Old Trafford move ‘priority’ – Fabrizio Romano | OneFootball

Manchester United have received a green light from Bayern Munich star Matthijs de Ligt for a summer transfer to Old Trafford, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Personal terms are not an obstacle as De Ligt prioritises a move to Man United.

It is also reported that the Dutch international is willing to take a pay cut to join Erik ten Hag’s squad.

This showcases De Ligt’s determination to don the famous red jersey and reunite with his former Ajax coach.

The prospect of the 24-year-old teaming up with Lisandro Martinez would be tempting for the United supporters.

Raphael Varane’s departure has left a glaring hole in the heart of the defence.

The injury concerns of the previous campaign and Varane’s exit have amplified the urgency to secure a top-tier replacement.

De Ligt’s stock has decreased after his move to Bayern in 2022. He is no longer their first-choice defender.

The German giants have signed Hiroki Ito from Stuttgart. They are also highly interested in Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah.

The arrival of two new centre-backs would further push De Ligt down the pecking order.

The Dutch centre-back formed a great partnership with Ten Hag during their time at Ajax between 2017 and 2019.

During that period, de Ligt emerged as one of the most promising young defenders in world football. His development was rapid and he was awarded with the club captaincy at the age of 19.

He offers defensive solidity which promises to enhance United’s ambitions to get back to the pinnacle of football.

A recent report suggested that the Red Devils might need to pay £42.4 million to bring the star defender to Old Trafford.

However, United would be eager to get the deal done at a lower fee as Bayern are ready to sanction his exit.