Barca Close to Deal for Ajax star De Ligt

Barca Close to Deal for Ajax star De Ligt

Barcelona are close to signing Ajax star Matthijs de Ligt, reportedly.

The defender has been linked to a move away from the Champions League semi-finalist with Barcelona mooted as the most likely option, following team-mate Frenkie de Jong €75 million (£65m/$85m) move to Camp Nou.

Barca hope to make the announcement in coming days, with Goal previously reporting the starting price for De Ligt ranged between €70-€75 million.

The 19-year-old defender has seen his stock continue to rise this season as he captained an Ajax side that pushed all the way to the Champions League semi-final.