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Erik ten Hag has finally named who he want as his first signing

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to sign ‘key’ Ajax defender ahead of Jurrien Timber

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to sign Ajax's Lisandro Martinez
The versatile Argentine is also capable of playing in midfield (Pictures: Getty Images)

Incoming Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has added Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez to his transfer wish list and feels he would be an ‘ideal’ signing for his system, according to reports.

The Dutch coach terminated his contract with the Eredivisie champions early, opting against going on their post-season tour in order to get a head start on his work at Old Trafford.

Ten Hag will liaise heavily with United’s existing recruitment team to plan their summer business and a new centre-back is firmly on his agenda after the side struggled defensively this season.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to sign Ajax's Lisandro Martinez
Martinez was named as Ajax’s Player of the Year (Picture: Getty)

United had been linked with a move for Ajax youngster Jurrien Timber, who Ten Hag rates highly, but now The Telegraph claim he is even more keen to sign Martinez.

The versatile Argentine, who is also capable of playing in midfield, has been a cornerstone of Ajax’s defence under Ten Hag and would be a massive help in replicating his manager’s style and philosophy in Manchester.


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