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Matthijs de Ligt
Defender #4
Age 26 years
Nationality Netherlands
Market Value €38M
Career
MU
◀ 2024 Manchester United from Bayern München
BM
2022 Bayern München from Juventus
J
2019 Juventus from Ajax
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Matthijs de Ligt is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Manchester United. Evidence: 13.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (67/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Physical profile: Physically Strong.
Matthijs de Ligt Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 56%
Weight 93%
Experience 54%
vs Premier League
Height 65%
Weight 94%
Experience 55%
Traits
TANK PRIME DECORATED CHAMPION
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 24
Shooting 62
Defense 67
Workrate 33
Passing 24
Key Strength 67 Defense
Area to Watch 24 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Matthijs de Ligt this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 30, 2025 | Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester United | 90' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Manchester United 0-1 Everton | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Nov 08, 2025 | Tottenham 2-2 Manchester United | 90' | 7.2 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| Nov 01, 2025 | Nottingham Forest 2-2 Manchester United | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct 25, 2025 | Manchester United 4-2 Brighton | 90' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 88 |
| Oct 19, 2025 | Liverpool 1-2 Manchester United | 90' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Oct 04, 2025 | Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Sep 27, 2025 | Brentford 3-1 Manchester United | 90' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Sep 20, 2025 | Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea | 90' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 83 |
| Sep 14, 2025 | Manchester City 3-0 Manchester United | 90' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Aug 30, 2025 | Manchester United 3-2 Burnley | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Aug 24, 2025 | Fulham 1-1 Manchester United | 90' | 8.5 | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Aug 17, 2025 | Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal | 90' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | Bournemouth vs Manchester United | 75 |
| Apr 13, 2026 | Manchester United vs Leeds | 61 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Chelsea vs Manchester United | 61 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Manchester United vs Brentford | 32 |
| May 02, 2026 | Manchester United vs Liverpool | 30 |
| May 09, 2026 | Sunderland vs Manchester United | 56 |
| May 17, 2026 | Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest | 52 |
| May 24, 2026 | Brighton vs Manchester United | 44 |
Player Market Value
Track Matthijs de Ligt's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €38.0M
Peak Value €75.0M (Q2'19)
€75.0M €37.5M €0
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Matthijs de Ligt is Manchester United's Gold Wall. Boasting an incredible 19 career trophies, including league titles in Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands, the 27-year-old brings elite pedigree to the heart of the defense as he enters his peak years at the club.
Functioning as a pure Wall, de Ligt has been the defensive anchor in 7 of his 13 appearances this term. With 1170 minutes on the pitch, he is currently hitting top form, reflected by a perfect 100 form rating that far outstrips his baseline season ability. His Defense score of 66 is the cornerstone of his profile, marking him as an established presence and a reliable SQUAD PLAYER who remains a constant threat from set-pieces, evidenced by his recent goal.
Holding a stable market value of €38M, his Balance on the ball and aerial dominance remain vital for United’s aspirations. As the Stakes rise in domestic competition, his extensive trophy-winning experience becomes a crucial asset for the defensive unit.