Van der sar confirms Man United are keen on signing Ajax star Donny Van de Beek

Donny Van de Beek is a Dutch professional footballer. He plays for Netherlands Eredivisie club AFC Ajax. In the photo, the midfielder in action against SC Heerenveen in an Eredivisie encounter. Photo: AngeloBlankespoor/Soccrates/Getty

AJAX chief Edwin van der Sar has confirmed that Manchester United are eyeing a swoop for Donny van de Beek amid interest from Real Madrid.

The Dutch star, 23, has been on the Red
Devils' radar for the last year since making a name for himself during his side's run to the Champions League semi-finals.

As reported by NOS, Van der Sar said: "It’s clear that clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester United are showing interest in Donny van de Beek."

The Daily Mail recently claimed that Los Blancos were prepared to offer £49million to snare the midfielder away from the Dutch capital.

But the financial uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus crunch, especially in regard to transfers, could prove a stumbling block for the LaLiga giants.

The Red Devils are said to be waiting in the wings with a £36m offer on the cards instead.

Van de Beek came through the academy at Ajax, racking up 41 goals in 175 first-team appearances and the club are eager to hold onto him.

He still has two years left to run on his current contract.

Manchester United also have plenty of other targets to go after should their bid for Van de Beek fail.