Man Utd fans sure De Ligt wants Old Trafford move after he likes Ferdinand Instagram post celebrating 2008 Champions League triumph
Posted Saturday, May 25, 2019 by Thesun.co.uk
Ajax skipper, 19, also wanted by Barca, ramps up speculation over his preferred destination in a mega-money summer move
AJAX skipper Matthis de Ligt has convinced fans he wants to join Manchester United - after liking a Rio Ferdinand post on Instagram celebrating their 2008 Champions League final glory.
United are thought to be a close second to Barcelona in the running for Holland centre-back de Ligt, 19, after reportedly lining up a huge pay offer.
And supporters on social media went into over-drive when he not only noticed, but also added a like, to a team photo of Ferdy and Co hailing the shootout win over Chelsea 11 years ago.
Ferdy posted: "21st May 2008 Rain In Moscow... what a NIGHT, what a TEAM! #MUFC #UNITED #TEAM"
Speculation had already been increasing this week as Ajax face losing several of their stylish Champions League semi-finalists.
And one tweet suggested de Ligt could step into the United side as part of a perfect partnership with Sweden defender Victor Lindelof.
The post read: "Lindelof - De Ligt is what dreams are made of. Wow."
But another follower suggested de Ligt should look elsewhere for his next challenge - amid what could be a summer of upheaval at Old Trafford as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer revamps his Utd squad.
That message read: "Matthijs De Ligt needs his head tested if he’s even considering joining United."
Nothing, though, could top the excitement - and apparent generosity - that shone through in one tweet.
A feverishly-fervent fan posted "If De Ligt signs for Manchester United I will donate $100 to everyone who Retweets this! good luck"
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