De Ligt makes emotional statement to Bayern fans after joining Man United
On Tuesday, Matthijs de Ligt completed a permanent move from Bayern Munich to Manchester United for a reported €45 million plus €5 million in bonuses.
After the move was confirmed, de Ligt took to Instagram to post a statement to the Bayern Munich fans, who supported him during his two years at the club.
“I want to thank each and everyone of you for all your love and support. I have spent two amazing years playing for this beautiful club. It has been a true honor to have played for a club like Bayern Munich. We have achieved unforgettable moments together. Winning the title as well as several amazing CL nights. These memories will stay with me forever,” de Ligt wrote in his statement.
“This is why leaving this club feels bittersweet. I will always remember the love and support I have received from the players, the staff members and from the fans.”
Earlier in the summer, Bayern fans launched a petition to keep de Ligt at the club, but to no avail.
“The recent petition signed by so many of you has touched me deeply. Thank you all for the two amazing years. I wish FC Bayern good luck winning many more titles, like Bayern has always done. Mia San Mia.”