Matthijs de Ligt is destined to link up with Barcelona or Juventus sooner or later, admits Ronald de Boer, with an Ajax legend conceding that a departure from Amsterdam is “pretty much unstoppable”.
The 19-year-old defender has emerged as one of the most sought-after talents in European football.
Leading sides from across the continent are preparing to battle it out for his signature, with title holders from La Liga and Serie A leading the way.
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Goal has revealed that Juventus are preparing to step up their interest in De Ligt, while Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has claimed to be aware of what the Netherlands international’s next move will be.