Matthijs de Ligt joins Manchester United from Bayern Munich for €45 million
manchestereveningnews.co.uk — November 27, 2024, 05:01 PM UTC
Matthijs de Ligt transferred to Manchester United from Bayern Munich in August for €45 million, with potential add-ons. He has made 16 appearances so far and started in a recent match under new manager Ruben Amorim. Bayern Munich's director of sport, Max Eberl, explained the decision to sell De Ligt, stating the club preferred to keep Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae for their playing style. Eberl acknowledged the emotional response from fans but emphasized the need for strategic decisions. De Ligt's departure sparked significant backlash from Bayern fans, who expressed their anger through a petition. He previously won a Bundesliga title and a German Super Cup during his time at Bayern.