Matthijs de Ligt aims to secure a contract that would surpass the earnings of Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, and Leny Yoro if he moves to Manchester United. The club is worried that the total cost of acquiring the Netherlands defender from Bayern Munich is too high. Manchester United is considering whether to submit a new bid after their previous attempt to sign both de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui was turned down.
Manchester United have significant concerns about the expense of acquiring Matthijs de Ligt, as their recent effort to persuade Bayern Munich to approve his transfer was declined. It has also become apparent that de Ligt is seeking a high salary at Old Trafford, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
The Red Devils have been active in the transfer market, with teenage defender Leny Yoro being their most costly signing following a £58.9 million deal with Lille last month. Meanwhile, manager Erik ten Hag continues to search for additional reinforcements before the transfer deadline on August 30.
Sporting director Dan Ashworth is responsible for securing another centre-back following Manchester United’s latest signing being sidelined for three months due to a fractured metatarsal sustained during pre-season. However, their efforts to acquire de Ligt seem challenging.
Red Devils Concerned That De Ligt’s Total Cost Might Be Excessive
Premier League giants are frustrated after having their two offers rejected.
Manchester United are hoping Bayern Munich will reduce their asking price for de Ligt, as they believe the total cost of the transfer is too high. Sources from GMS report that the Premier League club is not willing to exceed £45 million plus add-ons, especially after recently signing Yoro.
United have been disappointed as Bayern rejected their initial two offers for de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. This rejection came despite hopes that the offers would meet Bayern’s expectations, as both players were considered surplus to requirements.
According to GMS sources, de Ligt is looking for a contract valued at around £200,000 per week after verbally agreeing to join Manchester United, provided that personal terms and a transfer fee can be settled. However, the club is hesitant to overextend financially following their recent significant investment in Yoro.
A comparison of Matthijs de Ligt’s statistical averages per 90 minutes for the 2023/24 domestic season with those of Leny Yoro.
