Manchester United plan to pip Real Madrid to Van de Beek signing Real Madrid Dutchman has agreement with Los Blancos

Real Madrid closed an agreement with Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek months ago, yet Manchester United are trying to pry the Dutchman away from Los Blancos' grasps with a last-ditch offer.

Van de Beek expected to make the move to the Spanish capital last summer but, given that Real Madrid were unable to sell James Rodriguez and Gareth Bale, he was told he'd have to remain in Amsterdam for one more season.

This comes from a report in the Netherlands, which also states that if United are to be successful in signing Van de Beek, they could only do so if Real Madrid decide to renounce their agreement with the player.

The Ajax star has scored 10 goals and provided 11 assists this season, proving that last year was no fluke.

About to turn 23 years old, Van de Beek's ability to push forward from midfield has made him one of the most coveted players in Europe.

United understand that it will be difficult to sign the Dutch international due this pre-agreement with Real Madrid, but they will try nonetheless.

Ultimately, Van de Beek's future is now in Real Madrid's hands. If they decide they no longer want to sign him, United will be able to go ahead with an agreement with Ajax.