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Defensive Dilemmas at Bayern Munich
Uncertainty shrouds the future of Matthijs de Ligt at Bayern Munich as the Dutch defender finds himself out of favour in the starting lineup. The centre-back, who has been limited to a mere 11 starts across all competitions this season, is reportedly dissatisfied with the scant playing time afforded to him under the stewardship of Thomas Tuchel. With Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae currently forming the preferred central defensive partnership, De Ligt’s position at the German club looks increasingly precarious.
Strained Relations and a Possible Summer Exit
Amidst rumours of a strained relationship with manager Thomas Tuchel, De Ligt’s patience appears to be wearing thin. His recent omission from the squad that faced a crushing defeat against Bayer Leverkusen has only added fuel to the fire. Notably, after the match, De Ligt responded to injury rumours with a cryptic “top fit,” hinting at his readiness to play and possible dissatisfaction with the decision to leave him out. With three-and-a-half years remaining on his Bayern contract, the summer transfer window could see him push for a move away from Munich.
Manchester United’s Lingering Interest
The Red Devils’ long-standing interest in De Ligt could be reignited as they monitor his situation at Bayern. Having previously been on Manchester United’s radar before his high-profile transfer from Juventus to Bayern for £68 million, the defender remains an attractive prospect for the Old Trafford hierarchy. With Erik ten Hag at the helm, a potential reunion with his former Ajax charge could be on the cards, especially with questions looming over the future of United’s Raphael Varane, whose contract is nearing its end.
Ten Hag’s Reunion with De Ligt?
As Erik ten Hag contemplates strengthening his defensive options, the prospect of reuniting with De Ligt could be enticing. The pair’s past success at Ajax could bode well for Manchester United’s ambitions, and with Varane’s future uncertain, De Ligt could be the ideal candidate to shore up United’s backline. With the summer transfer window approaching, all eyes will be on De Ligt’s next move.
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