DBasia.news – Real Madrid are reportedly just one step away from obtaining the signature of Ajax Amsterdam player Donny van de Beek. However, the transfer was doomed to be a failure as Manchester United was reportedly ready to interject.
Donny van de Beek is one of the most attractive young players in Europe. His ability in the second line of Ajax has received a lot of thumbs up. Last season, the Dutch player brought Ajax into the Champions League semifinals.
In this season, Van de Beek’s performance has remained consistent. He has packed 10 goals plus 11 assists in all competitions. The 22-year-old player is also often the Ajax Amsterdam deadlock.
Not surprisingly, Real Madrid have fallen in love with the player since the start of the season. However, El Real’s intention was unrequited as Van de Beek chose to stay.
Nevertheless, Madrid’s intentions have not faded. Los Blancos still hopes to secure the midfielder in the summer of 2020. In fact, Madrid is willing to sell Gareth Bale and James Rodriguez to receive fresh funds to bring in Van de Beek.
Based on Marca’s report, Manchester United also entered the race to obtain Van de Beek’s signature. The Red Devils are confident as so far there has been no black on white between Van de Beek and Madrid.
Manchester United has set aside funds to
convince Ajax Amsterdam. Aside from Van de Beek, the Red Devils are also
monitoring Borussia Dortmund winger, Jadon Sancho.