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Matthijs de Ligt
Born: August 12, 1999
Height: 6' 2" (189cm)
Weight: 14st 0lb (89kg)
Hometown: Leiderdorp, Netherlands
Nationality: 
Dutch
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DutchPosition: Defender
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 2008-2016 | Ajax |
| Senior | 2016-2019 | Ajax |
| 2019-2022 | Juventus | |
| 2022-2024 | Bayern Munich | |
| 2024- | Manchester United | |
| International | 2017- | Netherlands |
Sports Mole has 1,395 articles about Matthijs de Ligt. Articles 1 to 40:
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Team News: Man Utd vs. Brighton injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's FA Cup third-round clash between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion.16:30
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Brighton: AFCON trio still absent, Matthijs de Ligt update
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Sunday's FA Cup contest with Brighton & Hove Albion.Jan 8, 10:14
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Burnley vs. Man Utd: Darren Fletcher reveals major Red Devils double fitness boost for Turf Moor clash
Manchester United duo Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount are both in line to return to the Red Devils squad for Wednesday's Premier League clash with Burnley.Jan 6, 18:36
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Burnley: Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash with Burnley.Jan 5, 09:49
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Burnley vs. Man Utd: Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim issues Bruno Fernandes, Mason Mount fitness updates ahead of Turf Moor battle
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim reveals that Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount could be available for Wednesday's Premier League clash with Burnley.Jan 5, 08:31
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Ruben Amorim update: 'Growing tension' between key figures fuel sack calls as Manchester United continue to struggle
There is reportedly growing tension behind the scenes at Manchester United, with there now significant concerns about Ruben Amorim's future.Jan 4, 19:05
Leeds vs. Man Utd: Bruno Fernandes update delivered as Ruben Amorim reveals team news for Elland Road clash
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim does not expect to recover any injured players for Sunday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.Jan 2, 16:52
Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Leeds United: Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.Jan 1, 09:17
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The 10 most expensive defenders of all time: Will any player break into the list in the 2026 January transfer window?
Sports Mole counts down the 10 most expensive defenders of all time.Dec 31, 15:04
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Man United injury news: Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim issues fitness update ahead of Leeds showdown at Elland Road
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is unsure whether his squad will be boosted for Sunday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.Dec 31, 08:27
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Wolves: Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Tuesday's Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.Dec 27, 11:12
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Manchester United 1-0 Newcastle United: Mason Mount injury update as Ruben Amorim's side close in on Champions League spots
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim provides an update on the fitness of Mason Mount after the player was taken off at half time against Newcastle United on Friday.Dec 26, 23:12
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Newcastle United: Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo latest
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Friday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United.Dec 23, 22:44
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Manchester United transfer news: Ruben Amorim to 'miss out' on January target as squad 'changes' rumoured
Manchester United will reportedly miss out on a target in the January transfer window, but they are said to still be expecting changes to their squad.Dec 21, 00:16
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How Man Utd could line up without AFCON absentees, including two players with major points to prove
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United could line up during the Africa Cup of Nations, with Noussair Mazraoui, Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo involved in the tournament.Dec 19, 15:22
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Aston Villa vs. Man Utd: Red Devils missing six first-team players for Villa Park battle
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim reveals that Matthijs de Ligt and Harry Maguire are still sidelined and will miss Sunday's Premier League game with Aston Villa.Dec 19, 13:44
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Aston Villa: Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Casemiro updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.Dec 18, 10:25
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Manchester United transfer news: Marcus Rashford 'reunion' on cards as Ruben Amorim could sanction another Barcelona exit
Manchester United could reunite Marcus Rashford with one of the current members of Ruben Amorim's squad, with Barcelona reportedly keen on his signature in January.Dec 14, 19:34
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Bournemouth: Benjamin Sesko, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Monday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.Dec 12, 14:05
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Man Utd vs. Bournemouth: Benjamin Sesko setback revealed as two Red Devils players are ruled out of Old Trafford clash
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim provides a triple fitness update ahead of Monday's Premier League contest with Bournemouth at Old Trafford.Dec 12, 13:43
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Matthijs de Ligt injury: Ruben Amorim hints at complications for Manchester United centre-back
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim expresses uncertainty about Matthijs de Ligt's return, indicating the injury may be more serious than initially believed.Dec 9, 00:45
Team News: Wolves vs. Man Utd injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Monday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester United.Dec 6, 08:06
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Man Utd lineup vs. Wolves: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Ruben Amorim makes double change
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester United could line up for Monday's Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.Dec 6, 07:56
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Preview:Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Dec 5, 18:12
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Wolves: Benjamin Sesko, Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Monday's Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.Dec 5, 11:23
Man United injury news: Will key defender Matthijs de Ligt be available for Wolverhampton Wanderers clash?
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim expects to have Matthijs de Ligt available for Monday's Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers.Dec 5, 08:51
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Man United vs. West Ham: Matheus Cunha returns to XI but Red Devils missing key defender for Hammers battle
Manchester United and West Ham United confirm their starting teams for Thursday's Premier League contest at Old Trafford.Dec 4, 18:33
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Man Utd can set unique Premier League record in Everton game as first-half strengths highlighted
Manchester United could set an incredibly unique Premier League record when they welcome Everton to Old Trafford for Monday evening's showdown.Nov 22, 15:39
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Manchester United transfer news: Ruben Amorim 'agenda' for January 'revealed' as Harry Maguire exit concerns grow
Manchester United's January plans are reportedly revealed, with the club holding concerns about the potential exit of Harry Maguire upon the expiry of his contract.Nov 20, 19:03
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Netherlands lineup vs. Lithuania: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 qualifier as Reijnders, De Ligt return
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Monday's World Cup 2026 qualifier against Lithuania.Nov 15, 10:44
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Manchester United transfer news: Talks take place over future of 'exciting' young defender as January plan becomes clear
Manchester United are reportedly in talks regarding the future of an exiting young defender, with their plans for the player becoming clear ahead of January.Nov 14, 23:50
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Preview:Poland vs Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup qualification clash between Poland and Netherlands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 12, 17:14
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils to make ‘major’ January signing on one condition
Ruben Amorim suggests that Manchester United may need to make important signings in January, although this depends on a potential injury setback.Nov 8, 23:26
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Tottenham vs. Man United: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.Nov 8, 15:09
Man United suffer Benjamin Sesko, Harry Maguire injury blows during chaotic Premier League clash against Tottenham
Manchester United suffer two injury problems during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur, with Harry Maguire and Benjamin Sesko both forced off.Nov 8, 14:43
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Tottenham Hotspur 2-2 Manchester United: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Matthijs de Ligt goal causes Richarlison heartbreak
Tottenham Hotspur fail to beat Manchester United at home in the Premier League, drawing 2-2 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday afternoon.Nov 8, 12:30
Man United lineup vs. Tottenham: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester United could line up for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.Nov 6, 12:35
Harry Maguire injury: How many games will Manchester United defender miss?
Ruben Amorim discusses Harry Maguire's absence from Manchester United's squad against Brighton & Hove Albion, revealing when the defender is expected to return.Oct 26, 00:06
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Man United vs. Brighton confirmed lineups: Maguire, Mount, Mitoma, Baleba decisions made for Premier League clash
Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon’s Premier League clash at Old TraffordOct 25, 16:17
Man United lineup vs. Brighton: Predicted XI for Premier League clash at Old Trafford
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester United could line up for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion.Oct 23, 14:10
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