It’s seemed certain for a while now that Manchester United's first signing of the summer would be a Dutch international, though maybe not the one who looks set to be unveiled first.
United have agreed a deal in principle to sign their top target Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona, but before he arrives, one of his international teammates might don club merchandise first. Erik ten Hag has been looking at Tyrell Malacia for a long time, ever since witnessing his talents first-hand at Ajax, with the Feyenoord full-back reaping havoc on his side over the last season.
He’s always been a player of interest to the Dutchman, and when he caught wind of a deal being possible this summer, he made it clear to the United hierarchy that they should be involved in the conversations about his future.
