Man United are closing in on a deal to sign Netherlands defender Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich, with the player willing to take a significant pay cut to join the Red Devils.
According to Fussball.news, De Ligt is prepared to reduce his salary from €15m-per-year at Bayern to below €12m annually at United, a move that suggests he is motivated by more than just financial gain.
The 24-year-old, who previously worked with United manager Erik ten Hag at Ajax, is eager to revive his career after a difficult spell at Bayern.
Despite his struggles, De Ligt remains a highly talented player, and Ten Hag is pushing hard to bring him to Old Trafford.
United's proposal of €40 million falls short of Bayern's initial valuation of over €50 million, but the deal is likely to include bonuses that could increase the transfer fee.
