Manchester United's transfer plans for next summer include a nine-man list clearout, which includes Ole Solskjaer's signing of Donny Van De Beek.
Van De Beek joined Manchester United from FC Ajax in the winter of 2020 after showing promises of a player destined for stardom under Erik Ten Hag.
However, the story hasn't played out as expected, as the 26-year-old has had an underwhelming career since he arrived at Old Trafford from Eredivisie giants Ajax for £40 million.
It isn't about him struggling to justify his £40 million transfer fee; it's about how much he has struggled with injuries since joining the Red Devils.
Already on a layoff with an injury after a frutile loan stint with Everton. Erik Ten Hag's appointment was thought to be a sign of hope, as the man who made him a star will know better how to get the best out of him.
Already way down the pecking order as Bruno Fernandes, Eriksen, and Fred have all gained the manager's trust with their on-pitch abilities, Erik Ten Hag sacrificed pushing Bruno Fernandes to the right flank to accommodate the Dutch midfielder.
However, while Erik Ten Hag was trying to ease back into the team following his return from injury, Van De Beek picked yet another one against Bournemouth. A knee injury that ended his season prematurely in January.
That was his 10th appearance last campaign, and he had only four starts. What's more worrisome is the fact that the former Ajax ace has made only 60 appearances for Manchester United and started only 19 of them.
Another busy summer transfer window for Manchester United will see him gradually turning into a surplus requirement at Old Trafford, and this has sparked a debate regarding his future at Old Trafford. Manchester United are seriously vying to secure Mason Mount from Chelsea, and the England international plays in every position as the Dutchman. Unless Christian Eriksen exits, then Donny Van De might have to consider leaving or settle for bench roles.
However, the rumors of Fred and Scott McTominay's possible exit can still give him the confidence to stay back and fight for his place.
Fabrizio Romano had already claimed that the midfielder will be exploring his options whilst still recovering from his knee injury ahead of next season, and journalist Dean Jones recent comments align with Fabrizio Romano's claim, which has intensified the rumors of De Beek's potential exit.
"Providing the latest to Givemesport, Jones said: “You’d think he was ready to move on by this point. We’ve spoken about him at various times throughout the season. Nothing has fallen his way in terms of making this transfer take off."
“It has been quite a frustrating time for everybody involved. And you would imagine that from his point of view, he might welcome a fresh start at this point.”
Van De Beek is reportedly not short of suitors, as the football world can vividly recall his exploits with FC Ajax about three years ago. Clubs from Germany, France, and his country, the Netherlands, are eyeing the midfielder.
If Manchester United were to let the player go, they would have to accept some losses from his £35 million salary plus the £5 million add-ons that were paid to secure his signature. Reports suggest that clubs will only pay around £17.1 million to lure Van De Beek away from Old Trafford.
Manchester United are almost done with Kim Min Jae's transfer.
With Manchester United's return to the Champions League, serious squad strengthening is required as they are bidding to challenge for the Premier League title next season.
One of their priorities is signing a center back, and their ultimate target, Kim Min Jae, is almost certain to leave the 2022–2023 Seria A title winners this summer, as per Corriere dello Sport.
The popular Italian media outlet claims Manchester United are prepared to pay the £49.5 million fee required to activate the release clause to sign the South Korean.
It is reported that the 20-time English champions will exercise the clause once the international window opens next month, and Napoli are already searching for his replacement.
A defensive upgrade and replacement at Old Trafford is undoubtedly needed ahead of next season, with Axel Tuanzenbe and Phil Jones gone and team captain Harry Maguire set for a potential exit.