Ajax has been informed by Lisandro Martinez that he wants to join Manchester United, but the Red Devils will have to pay the whole £52 million asking price.
The Telegraaf, a Dutch publication, claims that the Eredivisie champions are unwilling to accept any proposals containing add-on payments. It happens as Erik ten Hag tries to sign the center-back from his former team, but Arsenal is also interested in the 24-year-old.
Martinez has reportedly told Ajax that he wants to move to Old Trafford and is eager to work under his former manager once more. The Red Devils, though, are rumored to have already rejected a £43 million incentive offer for the Argentina international.
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has confirmed the decision to keep Harry Maguire as captain.
In three seasons in Amsterdam, Ten Hag and Martinez jointly won two Eredivisie championships. In order for the defender to travel with the team on their preseason tour of Thailand, the new United manager had pushed for a transaction to be finalized in time.
Jaap Stam, a former Red Devils defender, has also given the action his blessing, complimenting its "cleverness" and "quality in possession." He admitted to being an admirer of him
"In my opinion, he's a great guy with a positive outlook on life. Those are excellent players for trainers to work with.
"It is obvious that Ten Hag's strategy is to monopolize the opponent's side and completely dominate games. When it happens, you need guys who are pretty quick and aren't scared to cover because there is a lot of room in the back. Malacia and Martnez undoubtedly possess that.
Although it was said that United was optimistic about sealing a deal, Ajax seemed prepared to instigate a bidding war with the Gunners also thought to be interested. Martinez's contract has three years left, so the Dutch goliaths are not under any imminent rush to sell.
Numerous Ajax players are expected to join Ten Hag in the Premier League, including Martinez. According to reports, discussions about a possible move for Antony have already taken place.
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