Matthijs de Ligt reveals why he signed for Man Utd despite playing for “the biggest clubs in the world”

Matthijs de Ligt Reveals Decision to Join Manchester United

Matthijs de Ligt has shared his reasons for signing with Manchester United in 2024, despite having played for top clubs like Bayern Munich.

De Ligt joined Manchester United to play a key role in Erik ten Hag's defense but soon found himself under new head coach Rúben Amorim.

Despite the change, de Ligt has become a crucial part of Amorim's defense, alongside former Bayern Munich teammate Noussair Mazraoui.

This season, de Ligt has demonstrated his versatility by playing in the center of defense and on the right of the back three.

De Ligt has played for "the biggest clubs in the world"

At 26 years old, de Ligt was once considered one of Europe's best prospects and had been linked to United before finally joining in 2024.

Author's summary: De Ligt joins Manchester United despite playing for top clubs.

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