Manchester United has initiated contact with the camp of Matthijs de Ligt this week as they search for a new centre-back.
De Ligt, currently playing for Bayern Munich, is one of the options being considered, alongside Jarred Branthwaite.
Despite Manchester United’s absence from next season’s Champions League, de Ligt is open to joining the club and is keen on a move to the Premier League.
Bayern Munich may be willing to sell the Dutch defender this summer as they pursue Jonathan Tah following their acquisition of Ito.
Erik ten Hag, the Manchester United manager, has a good relationship with de Ligt, potentially aiding the transfer.
However, no club-to-club talks have commenced yet, as United awaits clarity on the price tag for the highly-rated defender.