Donny van de Beek completes Man Utd medical as his dad hails ‘dream’ transfer
DONNY VAN DE BEEK has completed his medical ahead of his £40million transfer to Manchester United. SunSport understands the former Ajax midfielder underwent tests in Holland – as his dad hailed his “dream” move. Van de Beek is set to be denied his favourite shirt number when he joins the Old Trafford club. But that […]
DONNY VAN DE BEEK has completed his medical ahead of his £40million transfer to Manchester United.
SunSport understands the former Ajax midfielder underwent tests in Holland – as his dad hailed his “dream” move.
Van de Beek is set to be denied his favourite shirt number when he joins the Old Trafford club.
But that seemed to matter little as proud Andre spoke out on his son’s future.
Speaking of 23-year-old Donny’s move, father Andre said: “This is a dream come true. It’s the perfect moment for him to make this step to such a beautiful club.
“Many clubs were interested, but Donny decides himself.”
Van de Beek missed missed Saturday’s friendly with Eintracht Frankfurt with coach Erik ten Hag suggesting there were developments, saying: “We are looking at how that will end.”
Former United No 1 Edwin van der Sar, now director of football at Ajax, revealed his old club’s interest back in June.
And Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes he is the right kind of signing in terms of profile and cost for what is a very difficult transfer window.
Van de Beek previously told mates he wanted to join United and they were the only Premier League side offering anywhere near the £40m mark.
Real Madrid were on the verge of landing van de Beek for around £49m last summer but the deal fell through.
More to follow.