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Daily Mirror
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David McDonnell

Man Utd push ahead on first summer transfer deal as Ajax star set to follow Erik ten Hag

Manchester United are pushing ahead with a move for Ajax's £35million-rated defender Jurrien Timber.

New United boss Erik ten Hag wants to bring Timber with him and the two clubs are understood to be in talks over a deal for the central defender. Timber, 20, was instrumental in helping ten Hag secure his third Dutch title with Ajax and the Old Trafford-bound boss is keen to continue their working relationship in Manchester.

United have targeted a striker, a creative and holding midfielder, as well as a centre-back this summer, while they are also looking at both full-back roles if the right players become available.

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