Donny van de Beek eager to take 'next step' after sealing Manchester United transfer

Van de Beek has signed a five-year deal with the option of a further year.
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Tony Mogan2 September 2020

Donny van de Beek says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's vision for the future at Manchester United convinced him to make the move to Old Trafford.

The Netherlands international has become Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first signing of the summer in a deal worth €39m (£36.4m) plus €5m in add-ons.

He signs a five-year deal at Old Trafford with the option of a further year.

Speaking to United's official website following confirmation of the move, van de Beek explained he is ready to take the 'next step' in his career having been won over Solskjaer's plans for the club.

“I cannot begin to explain how incredible an opportunity it is to join a club with such an amazing history," he said.

“I would like to thank everyone at Ajax. I grew up there and I will always have a special bond with the club.

“I am now ready to take the next step in my career and perform at the highest level and there is no higher standard than Manchester United.

“Everyone has told me how amazing the Old Trafford atmosphere is and I am looking forward to experiencing that, once it is safe for the fans to return.

“This team has some of the best midfielders in the world and I know that I can learn from them and also bring my own strengths to the group.

“Having spoken to the manager about his vision for this team, the direction that the club is going in is hugely exciting and I cannot wait to be a part of that.”