Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt has hailed Netherlands teammate Jurrien Timber as reports linking him with a move to Manchester United continue to swirl.
Timber has been backed to follow former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag to Old Trafford this summer. The youngster was a mainstay in Ten Hag's Ajax side last season, playing 43 games in all competitions as his side defended their Eredivisie crown.
The 20-year-old centre-back offers versatility as he can also play at right-back, something which will no doubt be of interest to United given their intention to sell Aaron Wan-Bissaka. De Ligt - who commented on his own future amid United interest at the weekend - has been able to witness Timber’s qualities up close.
