Matthijs de Ligt wasted no time in showcasing his leadership qualities as he took part in his first training session at Manchester United.
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De Ligt completed summer move to Man UtdDutchman takes part in first training sessionWas giving orders to his new team-matesWHAT HAPPENED?
De Ligt joined his United team-mates at Carrington alongside fellow new arrival Noussair Mazraoui to begin preparations for the 2024-25 season with the Red Devils. The centre-back was seen barking instructions at his new colleagues as they competed in passing and defensive drills.
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De Ligt and Mazraoui, who played together under United manager Erik ten Hag at Ajax, both joined the Old Trafford club in a deal that could cost close to £60 million ($77m) from Bayern Munich this week. The Netherlands international has signed a five-year contract with the club.
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The 25-year-old defender will likely be involved when United kickstart their Premier League season with a home game against Fulham on Friday, which will be followed by a trip to Brighton on August 24.