MATTHIJS DE LIGT NEWS

Man Utd line up Xavi Simons bid as Erik ten Hag eyes the signing of another Netherlands international amid Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee pursuits | Goal.com US Manchester United are reportedly eyeing to land Xavi Simons as the Red Devils look set for a Dutch revolution at Old Trafford under Erik ten...

JULY 12 • GOAL.COM

Matthijs de Ligt is Man Utd bound! Dutch defender decides he definitely wants Erik ten Hag reunion - but Red Devils are holding up the deal | Goal.com US Bayern Munich's Matthijs de Ligt is keen on a reunion with Erik ten Hag, however, Manchester United are reportedly holding up the deal.

JULY 11 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd face Matthijs de Ligt transfer opposition from 60,000 fans! Bayern Munich supporters desperate to see Dutch defender stay amid talk of Premier League move | Goal.com US Manchester United face Matthijs de Ligt transfer opposition from 60,000 fans, with Bayern Munich supporters desperate for the Dutch star to...

JULY 8 • GOAL.COM

Erik ten Hag has learned nothing! Matthijs de Ligt transfer swoop is another major Man Utd misstep - Bayern Munich defender has only gone backwards since leaving Ajax | Goal.com US GOAL examines why Manchester United's proposed capture of Matthijs de Ligt represents another major misstep for Erik ten Hag, who has seemin...

JULY 4 • GOAL.COM

Bayern Munich fans try to stop Matthijs de Ligt making 'horrible' Man Utd transfer decision as thousands sign petition to keep 'world-class' defender | Goal.com US Bayern Munich fans are going to extreme lengths in their attempts to prevent Matthijs de Ligt from joining Man United.

JULY 3 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd plot big move for Bayern Munich star Matthijs de Ligt as Erik ten Hag eyes reunion with former Ajax defender | Goal.com US Manchester United are 'considering' a move to sign Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich this summer.

JUNE 28 • GOAL.COM

Completes second season with FCB De Ligt recorded 16 starts in 22 appearances during the 2023/24 season with Bayern Munich.

Impact De Ligt had a few hiccups with injuries this season, but he was still able to be an option in back line for Bayern Munich. He scored twice, logged 52 clearances, 15 tackles (12 won), and 19 interceptions. He also started five of six UCL matches, recordinf one assist while averaging four clearances per game. De Ligt is set to return for the 2024/25 season, where he will compete for a more consistent spot at center back for the team.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Spirited defensive performance De Ligt generated six tackles (four won), 10 clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact De Ligt returned from a two-match absence due to a knee injury and led Bayern's defensive efforts Wednesday. However, two late goals doomed their push for a spot in the Champions League final as they lost to Real Madrid 1-2 and were eliminated on aggregate by a margin of 3-4. De Ligt led the team with six tackles (four won) and also led the backline with 10 clearances. Both statistics were single-match bests for De Ligt on the campaign.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI De Ligt (knee) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact De Light's recovery plan looks to have gone as planned after he was held out over the weekend to ensure he was at full fitness for their all-important second leg of the UCL semifinal, as he is in the starting XI Wednesday. He should be expected to remain in the starting role moving forward amid no further injuries, as he is a regular starter when fit, having gotten the start in eight of his past 10 appearances on the team sheet.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting second leg De Ligt (knee) is hopeful of returning for a May 8 trip to Madrid, Kicker reports.

Impact De Ligt would likely partner Eric Dier if fit for the second leg of the Champions League tie, especially after Kim Min-Jae was an unmitigated disaster in the first leg. De Ligt had been the preferred option in the starting XI before picking up the knee injury. With such a short turn around on his recovery De Ligt seems to be a true game-time call for the second leg.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee issues De Ligt is in question for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid after picking up a knee injury in Saturday's 2-1 win against Frankfurt, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "Matthijs...

Impact De Ligt is going to be a game-time decision for Tuesday's match, as he is now dealing with ligament pain in his knee following his early exit Saturday. He has started in eight of the club's past 10 games, so they will hope for him to be an option, possibly getting the start if feeling no pain. However, if he is on the bench or left off the team sheet, expect Eric Dier and Kim Min-Jae to be the center-back partnership Tuesday.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win De Ligt assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-0 win versus Lazio.

Impact De Ligt looked to have scored before Thomas Muller got his head on the ball, leaving the big center-back with only an assist to show for it. Still an assist and clean sheet was a nice day at the office for De Ligt, who has stepped into a bigger role of late due to injuries and suspensions elsewhere in the Bayern team.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go De Ligt served a one-match ban and is eligible for Saturday's match with Mainz.

Impact De Ligt picked up the suspension due to yellow card accumulation and missed out against Freiburg. The defender is now eligible to return once more. De Ligt might be left on the bench even when fully fit as Dayot Upamecano and Min-Jae Kim are the preferred pairing in central defense.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Earns yellow-card suspension De Ligt picked up his fifth yellow card of the Bundesliga season and will be suspended for Friday's clash at Freiburg.

Impact The Dutchman has struggled to see consistent minutes for Bayern this season, and while he's been starting when healthy, the fact that he has received five yellow cards across 13 Bundesliga outings is less than ideal. The defender's next chance to return on the domestic stage will be against Mainz on March 9, but he should also be an option to face Lazio in the UEFA Champions League on March 5.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles De Ligt generated three tackles (two won), one clearance and four interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minu...

Impact De Ligt started and played the last two matches in a row for Munich, recording five tackles, five clearances and four interceptions in that span. This brings his average clearances per game to 4.5.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Starting XI De Ligt (knee) is in the starting XI for Bayern's match against Werder Bremen on Sunday.

Impact De Ligt was dealing with a knock in the buildup to the match, but has recovered to start on Sunday. The center back lines up alongside Dayot Upamecano in the center of Bayern's back four.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd on red alert! Disillusioned Matthijs de Ligt open to leaving Bayern Munich having fallen down centre-back pecking order under Thomas Tuchel | Goal.com US Matthijs de Ligt is open to leaving Bayern Munich in the summer transfer window after growing disillusioned as a back-up option for the Germ...

JANUARY 20 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd plan defensive revamp! New Old Trafford regime interested in Jarrad Branthwaite and Matthijs de Ligt transfers while Harry Maguire among those who could be sold | Goal.com US Manchester United are reportedly planning a summer revamp of their defensive options, with Jarrad Branthwaite and Matthijs de Light on their...

JANUARY 19 • GOAL.COM

Returns to training Thursday De Ligt (knee) was back in training Thursday as he continues to recover from a knee injury, the club reported Thursday.

Impact De Ligt looks to be in decent shape to return to the team sheet Sunday against Bremen, having been involved in training ahead of the contest. Manager Thomas Tuchel already alluded to the player being involved Sunday, but his chances took a huge boost Thursday after training. If he is available, there is a solid chance he will be tossed into the starting XI immediately, as fellow central defender Kim Min-Jae is on international duty for the Asian Cup, and Eric Dier (undisclosed) is in doubt for the game due to injury. It will be interesting to see how this situation develops, as the defender has already missed 11 contests this season due to injury and will want to avoid missing any more time this season due to injury issues.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Sunday De Ligt (knee) could play during Sunday's clash with Werder Bremen, manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters.

Impact De Ligt would need to return to training Friday to have a real chance to start Sunday but it appears the knee injury he suffered in training isn't as serious as originally feared. De Ligt being able to play straight away would be a tremendous boon for Munich, as injuries elsewhere have put their backline in doubt for Sunday's clash.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury De Ligt (knee) suffered a capsular injury and was forced to sotp training, Munich announced.

Impact De Ligt was forced to stop training, but he could still be back sooner rather than later. He will certainly be a heavy doubt for a Sunday clash with Bremen, potentially pushing Konrad Laimer into the starting XI. De Ligt has seen major minutes of late, especially Min-Jae Kim at the AFC Asian Cup.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench De Ligt (knee) is starting on the bench for Sunday's match versus Stuttgart.

Impact De Ligt looks to have recovered from his knee injury that has kept him out for the last month as he is starting on the bench. He will likely continue his depth option for the team as a backup center back for the team during his second season with Bayern Munich.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes parts of training De Ligt (knee) returned to team for the first time after completing parts of training ahead of Sunday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact De Ligt is making great steps to his return to the pitch after participating in parts of team training Wednesday. If all goes well, the defender could see a return as soon as Sunday. He's missed the last month and a half through a knee issue, having made four starts in eight appearances prior to his injury.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face Man United De Ligt (knee) is not in the squad to face Manchester United on Tuesday.

Impact The center-back remains out and won't be an option to take on The Red Devils in the final match of the UEFA Champions League group stage. Even when he's fit to return, he'll likely be a depth option behind Kim Min-Jae and Dayot Upamecano.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Monday De Ligt (knee) was pictured individually training on Monday ahead of Wednesday's match against Copenhagen.

Impact De Ligt seems to be making decent progress on his return, training for the first time since going down with an injury in early November. It is most likely the club will not rush the defender back to play, and he may still not play for a couple more weeks, as he was already injured before this season and has now missed seven matches in total with the knock. He could return for the Dec. 9 game against Frankfurt but would most likely start on the bench for that match.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE