George Baker
Transfer News: Arsenal want out of favour Manchester United star Donny van de Beek
In a rather surprising bit of transfer news from Mirror, Arsenal are interested in signing Donny van de Beek from Manchester United. The Dutchman is reportedly looking to leave the club after a bad first season. Our rivals Arsenal have offered him an escape.
The 24-year-old was United’s marquee signing last summer and arrived at Old Trafford after a successful spell at Ajax Amsterdam. He got off to an excellent start by scoring on his debut but has struggled since.
Van de Beek ended the season as an unused substitute as United lost to Villarreal on penalties in the Europa League final. In all, he made 36 appearances all season, of which just 21 came off the bench. (h/t Transfermarkt)
Whether it is the system or it is the manager, Van de Beek has only had fleeting moments of brilliance in a United shirt. However, it has now been reported that Arsenal are looking to offer the 24-year-old a way out of Manchester United. It is also believed that they have contacted his representatives.
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The Dutchman arrived at Old Trafford as one of the rising young players in Eredivisie. Van de Beek has his best years ahead of him. Whether he can rise through adversity and establish himself as a key player remains to be seen.
