Cristiano Ronaldo is the most expensive Manchester United player on this season's Fantasy Premier League (FPL), while new signing Tyrell Malacia comes in at a modest £4.5m.
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Jurrien Timber's previous comments regarding Manchester City have proven why it is currently a struggle for the Reds to land the 20-year-old defender.
Timber became a pivotal part of Ten Hag's side last season as Ajax lifted the Eredivisie title. The Dutchman made 43 appearances for the Amsterdam club and MEN Sport understands that he is a key target for United this summer.
Reports have suggested though that United may struggle to land their man due to his reluctance to potentially sacrifice regular first-team football in a World Cup year. However there could be more than just that which could prevent the Reds sealing the deal.
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Speaking back in March to Helden Magazine via Sports Mole about the possibility of leaving Ajax, Timber explained his ambitions. "I like to play for prizes, that's why I say (Manchester) City (over Barcelona) now," he explained.
"Barcelona has a less good period at the moment. I want to grow as a player, use my time at Ajax to become even better.
"At Ajax, you have to be happy if you are in the starting lineup, that's why I want to enjoy this time consciously. I play for the prizes here, there is no better place to be.
"Ajax was always my dream club. I also slept under an Ajax duvet.
"I plan to stay here for a while. But if Manchester City calls, what should I do?"
These comments will concern Ten Hag who not only has to persuade Timber to leave a club that he has a deep affiliation with, he also needs to show him that United are a club that can win the big titles. Having finished sixth last season, the Reds have a huge uphill task to be challenging for silverware next season as Ten Hag aims to
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