Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar pens a classy open letter to Manchester United fans over Donny van de Beek transfer

Manchester United legend and Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar on Thursday penned a classy open letter to fans of the Red Devils after Donny van de Beek’s summer transfer to the Premier League club.

Manchester United signed Netherlands midfielder Donny van de Beek from Ajax Amsterdam on a five-year contract, the Premier League club confirmed on Wednesday.

After the transfer, Edwin Van der Sar wished Donny van de Beek all the best and made it clear that Manchester United still holds a special place in his heart as well.

Edwin Van der Sar is regarded as one of the best goalkeepers to have played for Manchester United as he won four Premier League titles, the Champions League and other major honours in his six seasons at Old Trafford.

Class. But we expected nothing less from you, @VdSar1970 #MUFC

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Van der Sar asked supporters of Manchester United to ‘take care’ of Donny van de Beek and admitted he understood the need for the young Dutch midfielder to take the next step in his career.

Having joined Ajax at the age of 11, Van de Beek scored 41 goals and provided 34 assists in 175 appearances in all competitions and helped them win the Dutch league title in 2018-19.

Van Der Sar’s open letter to United fans after the signing of Van De Beek. pic.twitter.com/oFAZR266D2

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“Dear Manchester United fans, I hope you’re doing well,” the letter begins.

“It seems our paths have crossed again. One of ours is joining you this season. And like so many players before him, he’s been with us since he was just a little boy.

“Shortly after his debut, he became one of our best. Especially the last couple of years were amazing. From the Europa League final (no hard feelings) to our Champions League run and winning the Dutch championship.

“The team he was part of showing the world who we are and what Ajax stands for.

“Like you, we pride ourselves on being one of the best at developing talent and giving young players a shot at the highest level. You could say your new star is the embodiment of that pride.

“That’s one of the many reasons we don’t like to see him leave, but we understand it’s time for him to move on. To dream on.

“And where better to do so than in your theatre. Trust me, I know.

“Please take good care of Donny, and help him dream.

“Enjoy the future.”

Manchester United fans have loved the classy gesture from the retired goalkeeper and expressed their gratitude towards Edwin Van Der Sar.