Manchester United Signs Van de Beek On a Five Year Deal

The "Red Devil" Manchester United has confirm the signing of Donny van de Beek from Ajax on a five-year deal, with an option to extend for a further year.

The youthful player has emerged through the ranks of the Ajax youth system, making his debut in 2015. 

He played a key role I the just concluded Champions League where Ajax reached the semi-finals and also featured in the 2017 Europa League final against United.

The Netherlands international contributed 10 goals and 11 assists in 37 games last season before the Eredivisie was curtailed.

Donny van de Beek said: “I cannot begin to explain how incredible an opportunity it is to join a club with such an amazing history.

“I would like to thank everyone at Ajax. I grew up there and I will always have a special bond with the club.

“I am now ready to take the next step in my career and perform at the highest level and there is no higher standard than Manchester United.

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I'm Not Bothered With Man City Approach

Ajax midfielder Frenkie de Jong says he is not ready for the demands required to make a sensational switch to Manchester City.

The 20-year-old has been linked with a move to the Premier League leaders after some eye-catching displays in the Dutch top flight.

Despite only making his first-team breakthrough at the Amsterdam Arena this season, the Netherlands youth international has impressed due to his versatility of playing central midfield, defensive midfield and at centre-back.

Along with his incredible work-rate and stamina, the Willem II academy graduate has shown improvements in his technical ability - providing eight assists in 15 league fixtures.

However, with the recent rumours of a departure, De Joden quickly offered De Jong a new five-year deal which he signed last week.

"I've read it too (laughs)," he told reporters about the interest from Pep Guardiola's side. "I do not think I'm ready to play at the first team at Manchester City or something like that.

"Right now I really just want to develop here at Ajax and become a solid starting player. Especially in midfield. Then we'll see further."

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