Man Utd transfer latest: Dutch source delivers Jurrien Timber good news amid brutal Harry Maguire put-down

A Dutch journalist is “absolutely convinced” Man Utd will sign Jurrien Timber, and outlined why Erik ten Hag won’t fancy Harry Maguire with a savage jibe.

Timber, 20, is reportedly in talks over a switch from Ajax to Manchester United. That assessment came from the Guardian who claimed a deal will cost in the region of £43m. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano later termed United’s interest as ‘concrete and serious’.

While there has been little updates in the way of how the talks are going, Dutch journalist Marcel van der Kraan is convinced United will push the deal through.

Speaking to talkSPORT, Van der Kraan said: “I’m absolutely convinced he’s going to get Timber in at Manchester United.

“I know the player said he has to think about leaving Ajax, I think it was all political talk. I think he’s already made his mind up and he will join Ten Hag.”

The Jurrien Timber comments Van der Kraan referred to can be found here. The defender was keen to stress he still enjoys playing for Ajax and would not be averse to remaining in Amsterdam. He also detailed the areas of his game that require improvement.

Yet the lure of moving to Manchester United may be too strong to ignore, especially with Ten Hag at the helm.

Timber is known as a ball-playing centre-half and completed over 90 percent of his passes in the Eredivisie last season.

Ability on the ball is a key requirement for Ten Hag’s defenders. The Dutch boss also requires his rear-guard to be mobile and excellent in one-v-ones.

When outlining how Timber would fit in at United, Van der Kraan delivered a brutal put-down on Harry Maguire.

The 29-year-old endured his worst campaign to date since joining the Red Devils. Criticism came from all corners, and further barbs have now come