Contract details revealed as Manchester United complete stunning double €60m transfer swoop

Manchester United have completed a stunning double transfer swoop totalling €60m.

United have bolstered their defensive options with the signings of centre-back Matthijs de Ligt and full-back Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich.

The club has confirmed 25-year-old de Ligt, a Netherlands international, has signed a contract until June 2029, with the option to extend for a further year. He has already won the league title in three countries with Ajax, Juventus and Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, Mazraoui, a Morocco international has signed a contract until June 2028, with the option to extend for a further year. The 26-year-old is also a proven winner having won four league titles, three with Ajax and one with Bayern Munich.

It is understood the deal for De Ligt is €45m with a potential further €5m in add ons, while the move for Mazraoui is €15m fee with a possible €5m in add ons.

What has Matthijs de Ligt said?

“As soon as I heard that Manchester United wanted me, I felt an excitement about the opportunity for a new challenge at such an historic club. In the conversations that followed, I was impressed by the vision that the football leadership set out, and the role they saw for me in it. “Erik ten Hag shaped the early stages of my career, so he knows how to get the best out of me and I cannot wait to work with him again. I know what it takes to succeed at the highest level, and I’m determined to continue that record at this special club.”

What has Noussair Mazraoui said about his move?

“It’s an incredible feeling to be a Manchester United player, and I cannot wait to walk out at Old Trafford wearing the red shirt. I know that I’m joining the club at an exciting time; everyone I’ve spoken to has the same ambition for us to win trophies together and I can feel the determination to achieve that.” “Erik ten Hag played an important part in my development as a player, so it is exciting to be reuniting with him as I enter the prime years of my career. I know what he expects from his players, and I will give everything to help the group be successful.”

What has Dan Ashworth, Manchester United sporting director, said about both deals?

“Matthijs is an outstanding defender and proven winner who will add quality, experience and leadership to our existing group of senior players. He has already enjoyed considerable success in his career, and we are convinced that his best years are still ahead; we want to help him achieve them at Manchester United.”

Ashworth added: “Noussair is a dynamic, attacking full-back who can play on both the right and left side of defence. His experience and versatility will make him an excellent addition to our squad. Having already won a number of trophies in his career, we know that Noussair’s winning mentality will be a real asset to the group as we work together to deliver the success required of Manchester United.”