Real Madrid 'refuse to meet Donny van de Beek asking price'

Real Madrid have reportedly indicated that they will not meet Ajax's asking price for Donny van de Beek.

The midfielder has been strongly linked with a switch to the Bernabeu at a time when Real are said to be looking for a cheaper alternative to Paul Pogba.

However, Marca claims that an alleged price-tag of €65m (£58.32m) is considered too much by Real, who have already made several high-profile additions this summer.

The stance of the La Liga giants could let in Paris Saint-Germain, with the French outfit allegedly willing to satisfy the demands of Ajax.

Van de Beek has just enjoyed the best campaign of his career, contributing a total of 12 goals and 12 assists in Eredivisie and Champions League fixtures.