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Ajax star Klaassen would be definitely succeed at Man Utd, says club legend

The midfielder and captain could leave the Amsterdam side at the end of the season, and Sjaak Swart believes he can succeed at a high level

Ajax legend Sjaak Swart expects the club to retain the core of an exciting young team, but feels captain Davy Klaassen could be ready to join Europa League final opponents Manchester United.

Peter Bosz's side may miss out on the Eredivisie title to rivals Feyenoord but have impressed in Europe this season, reaching the decider of UEFA's second-tier tournament.

At 24, Klaassen is approaching his prime and has been tipped to leave at the end of the campaign.