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Marcus Banks

Netherlands manager sends message to Donny van de Beek over Manchester United situation

Netherlands manager Frank de Boer is unconcerned over Donny van de Beek's start to life at Manchester United.

Van de Beek became United's first major signing of the summer, joining from Ajax in a deal worth £40m.

Despite calls from supporters, United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been hesitant to start the Dutchman who has played just 74 minutes in five Premier League appearances so far.

Solskjaer has insisted the 23-year-old will get plenty of opportunities to showcase his talents over the course of the season and Van de Beek's place in the Netherland's squad for the international break was not under threat despite his lack of minutes.

De Boer believes Van de Beek wants to play more than he has done so far and thinks opportunities will arise for the midfielder at Old Trafford.

"Of course I try to give him as much confidence as possible, I also showed that by letting him play against Italy," he said at his press conference via Voetbal International .

"He did a pretty nice job. He is also doing well at Manchester United, but they have a fantastic midfield.

"That’s difficult too, but Donny will still get to play enough.

"Of course he wants more, but you also have to get used to a different competition.

"He will experience that too, let’s hope he will eventually get game minutes. In any case, he is equipped, so we can use him well."

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