Man United are close to agreeing a deal to sign Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt from Bayern Munich with the player willing to slash his wages to join the Red Devils.

According to Fussball.news De Ligt has planned to cut his salary from 15 million a year at Bayern to under 12 million a year at United a move that shows he is motivated by More than financial access.

The 24-year-old who previously worked with United manager Erik ten Hag at Ajax is keen to revive his career after a difficult spell at Bayern.

Despite the struggles De Ligt remains a highly talented player and Ten Hag is pushing hard to bring him to Old Trafford.

Man Utd 40 million offer is less than Bayern initial 50 million but the deal is likely to include a bonus that could increase the transfer fee.