Dutch hero Ruud Gullit has already sent a warning to Man United over the signing of Jurrien Timber, with the Red Devils aiming to complete a deal for the Ajax star.
The defender has been linked with a switch to Old Trafford over recent weeks following the arrival of Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman is targeting his compatriot ahead of the summer transfer window as he aims to bolster United’s leaky defence. Timber, rated at £35m by Ajax, already has a glowing reference from the incoming United boss ahead of a potential switch. He said: “I think all top clubs have Timber in their sights."
Despite his view on the 20-year-old, compatriot Gullit has already been left concerned over a potential switch to England, having hinted that the six-time Dutch international could struggle with the physical nature of the Premier League. Speaking with Ajax Showtime, he said: “I think Timber is a very good player, but whether he can be a defender in England.
