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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 1,453 articles about Matthijs de Ligt. Articles 1 to 40:
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Man United transfer news: Michael Carrick addresses centre-back rumours as major Matthijs de Ligt update is issued
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick downplays suggestions that the club could add a centre-back to their squad during this summer's transfer window.08:59
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The 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history after astonishing Rochdale vs. York City drama
Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.20:22
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils scout 'to watch' Juventus player in huge Serie A clash with AC Milan
Manchester United will allegedly have a scout in attendance for AC Milan's Serie A clash with Juventus on Sunday night, with an Old Lady player in their sights.Apr 25, 12:30
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Man United issue major Matthijs de Ligt injury update: When will centre-back return to action?
Manchester United reveal that Matthijs de Ligt is back in individual training, as he attempts to overcome a long-term back problem.Apr 24, 18:36
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'going on the offensive' for 6ft 3in powerhouse with 'bargain fee' revealed
Manchester United are reportedly 'going on the offensive' for Sporting Lisbon centre-back Ousmane Diomande ahead of the summer transfer window.Apr 20, 10:48
Man United injury latest: Matthijs de Ligt's chances of returning this season are dwindling due to "chronic" back problem
Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt's back injury is allegedly "chronic" and there is still "no known return date" for the Dutchman.Apr 17, 07:35
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Chelsea: Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Chelsea.Apr 15, 10:08
Team News: Man United vs. Leeds United 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 Manchester United and Leeds United.Apr 12, 20:00
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Man United vs. Leeds United: Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu injury updates issued
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick reveals that Lisandro Martinez is in contention to feature in Monday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.Apr 11, 15:38
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Leeds: Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Monday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.Apr 10, 08:09
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Man United confirm 25-man squad for Dublin trip as Patrick Dorgu, Matthijs de Ligt, Lisandro Martinez, Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo decisions are made
Manchester United confirm their 25-man squad for their training camp in the Republic of Ireland, including decisions on Patrick Dorgu and Matthijs de Ligt.Apr 6, 16:28
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils the 'favourites' for 6ft 3in centre-back who could be a long-term replacement for Harry Maguire
Manchester United reportedly emerge as the favourites to sign Toulouse centre-back Charlie Cresswell during this summer's transfer window.Apr 1, 08:50
Man United injury news: Fresh Matthijs de Ligt update 'emerges' after Michael Carrick's recent admission
Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt reportedly still hopes that he will be able to make his return from a back injury before the end of the 2025-26 campaign.Mar 25, 09:51
Matthijs de Ligt injury latest: Could Man United centre-back miss the remainder of the season?
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick admits that Matthijs de Ligt could miss the remainder of the 2025-26 campaign with his troublesome back injury.Mar 20, 11:28
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Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Bournemouth: Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Lisandro Martinez updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Friday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.Mar 19, 20:00
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Team News: Bournemouth vs. Man United injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Friday's Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Manchester United.Mar 18, 15:12
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Bournemouth vs. Man United: Will Red Devils have Lisandro Martinez available for Cherries clash?
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick reveals that Lisandro Martinez will once again be absent when the Red Devils face Bournemouth on Friday night.Mar 18, 14:43
Team News: Man Utd vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Aston Villa.Mar 14, 14:00
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Man United vs. Aston Villa: Red Devils receive major injury boost for key Premier League contest
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick reveals that Mason Mount is back with the first-team group ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.Mar 13, 13:44
Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Aston Villa: Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Mason Mount updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.Mar 12, 10:09
Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'to battle' Real Madrid, Liverpool for 23-year-old defender as club alter transfer stance
Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo emerges as a target for Manchester United during this summer's transfer window, according to a report.Mar 12, 08:47
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Man United vs. Aston Villa: Red Devils handed major injury boost ahead of top-four battle
Manchester United are handed a defensive boost ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa at Old Trafford.Mar 11, 18:19
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Manchester United transfer news: Premier League defender set to be at centre of 'battle' between Red Devils and Liverpool
Manchester United may reportedly have to defeat Liverpool in the race to sign a Premier League defender in the summer transfer window.Mar 8, 00:33
Man Utd ace 'returns to first-team training' as head coach Michael Carrick receives major boost
Shea Lacey allegedly returns to first-team training with Manchester United following a month on the sidelines through injury.Mar 7, 16:47
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Newcastle vs. Man United: Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Lisandro Martinez fitness updates ahead of Premier League battle
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick issues a team news update ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park.Mar 4, 08:56
Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Newcastle United: Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Mason Mount updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Wednesday's Premier League fixture against Newcastle United.Mar 2, 11:04
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Manchester United injury news: Michael Carrick update on two key stars after Crystal Palace victory at Old Trafford
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick provides an update on the fitness of two key stars after his side beat Crystal Palace 2-1 at Old Trafford on Sunday.Mar 2, 00:07
Man United vs. Crystal Palace: Will Lisandro Martinez be available for Eagles battle?
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick suggests that Lisandro Martinez could make his return to the squad for Sunday's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.Feb 28, 13:15
Man United vs. Crystal Palace: Michael Carrick issues Red Devils injury update ahead of Eagles battle
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick says that Matthijs de Ligt is "definitely improving", but the defender will once again be sidelined against Crystal Palace.Feb 27, 13:45
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'planning Norway trip' as club step up pursuit of £4.3m wonderkid
Senior Manchester United figures plan to travel to Norway at the start of March with a view to securing a deal for Tromso defender Abubacarr Sedi Kinteh, according to a report.Feb 26, 17:13
Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Crystal Palace: Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Mason Mount updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.Feb 26, 10:36
Man United injury news: Lisandro Martinez potential return date revealed as Michel Carrick issues fresh update
Manchester United are handed a boost over the fitness of defender Lisandro Martinez following Monday’s 1-0 Premier League win at Everton.Feb 24, 12:30
Everton vs. Man United: Matthijs de Ligt, Mason Mount injury updates delivered ahead of Toffees battle
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick does not expect to have either Matthijs de Ligt or Mason Mount available for Monday's Premier League clash with Everton.Feb 20, 13:51
Man United injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Everton: Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Mason Mount updates
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester United's injury and suspension list ahead of Monday's Premier League clash with Everton.Feb 20, 12:52
Matthijs de Ligt injury news: When will Man United centre-back return to action?
Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt will return to action next month following a lengthy time out with a back issue, according to a report.Feb 16, 16:42
Man United handed major injury boost as Red Devils look ahead to Everton battle
Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire trained alongside his teammates on Saturday after being substituted against West Ham United with an apparent hamstring issue.Feb 14, 19:14
Man Utd's Harry Maguire issues update on fitness after injury scare vs. West Ham United
Manchester United's Harry Maguire plays down fears that he could be set for another spell on the sidelines after being substituted against West Ham United.Feb 11, 09:36
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Team News: West Ham vs. Man Utd injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Manchester United.Feb 9, 20:15
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West Ham vs. Man Utd: Red Devils hit with fresh 'doubt' for Premier League battle
Leny Yoro was not spotted among the Manchester United players who arrived at Stockport station on Monday to board a train to London.Feb 9, 19:15
West Ham vs. Man United: Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt injury updates issued ahead of Premier League battle
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick reveals that Mason Mount and Matthijs de Ligt are again set to be unavailable for Tuesday's Premier League contest with West Ham United.Feb 9, 15:30
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