Manchester United have set out their stall in the race to sign promising Ajax prospect Donny van de Beek.

Manchester United could try to hijack Real Madrid’s bid to sign Dutch midfield ace Donny van de Beek from Ajax this summer.

Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek has played down speculation Real Madrid could make a move for his services at the end of the season.

For decades Ajax has been a talent factory and while these days not all their big names are homegrown, they have a knack of developing superstars.

Man Utd are still scouting Ajax ace Donny van de Beek despite the Dutchman rejecting their interest in January and suggesting he may stay beyond the summer.