Matthijs de Ligt insists he is happy at Juventus amid Manchester United links

Defender Matthijs de Ligt has suggested that he remains happy with life at Juventus.

Despite having left Ajax for Turin in a big-money deal last summer, De Ligt has not always been regarded as first choice by head coach Maurizio Sarri.

However, although there has been speculation regarding a potential switch to Manchester United, the centre-back has insisted that he is settle at the Serie A leaders.

Speaking on the FootTruck Podcast, the centre-back said: "I had a lot of time to choose among the clubs that wanted me, but this was the best choice.

"At Juventus they told me that I was bought because I know how to manage the pressure, they trust me for everything I did at Ajax. I'm happy to live in Torino."

De Ligt has made 22 starts and three substitute outings in Italy's top flight and the Champions League this season.