Daley Blind hopes that his former teammate Donny van de Beek will still get a serious chance at Manchester United. The Girona defender knows his qualities and still believes that the midfielder can be crucial for the English top club.
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In the past, Blind and Van de Beek were both under contract with Ajax. Blind has a history with Manchester United, and in a conversation with The Athletic, he spoke about his experiences with his compatriot.
'Donny is truly a great guy and above all a very good player. However, major injuries have been an issue for him. It can be challenging to come back from that.'
'Donny is a true number 10,' Blind continues. 'And there aren't many teams that play with a true 10 in top football. I believe he can adapt to new positions if given the time. He has the quality to be a top player at United, but on the other hand, United waits for no one.'
Furthermore, Blind has a few former Ajax teammates in Manchester. For example, André Onana. 'He is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. He has a nonchalance, is complete, and if he keeps his head in the game, he can be one of the best goalkeepers in the world. He is a winner. Always wants to train more. I had a good relationship with him. And I also played with Antony at Ajax. He was a big addition when he arrived, and he showed his talent from day one.'
Updated: 03:23, 28 Sep 2023
