De Ligt wants to move to England
Matthijs de Ligt is eyeing-up a move to the Premier League, despite Juventus offering the centre-back a new long-term contract.
De Ligt, 22, joined Juventus from Ajax in a £67.5million deal three years ago and has played 117 games for the Italian giants, helping them win the Serie A title, Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana. He is widely regarded as one of the best young defenders in Europe.
The Netherlands international, who helped Erik ten Hag’s Ajax win a league and cup double in 2018-19, has won numerous individual honours during his blossoming career. He was named the Golden Boy in 2018 and in FIFA’s World XI the following year.
De Ligt has just two years left on his existing deal and Juventus are desperate to keep hold of him. But, according to Corriere dello Sport, the talented player has decided he wants a move to the Premier League and told his current club during showdown talks.
Chelsea and Manchester United are both believed to be interested in signing De Ligt, but his release clause – thought to be an eye-watering €115m (£98.8m) – may put them off. It’s believed the player’s representatives want that figure dropping to €80m (£68.7m).