Depay signed because of LVG

Memphis Depay in action for PSV Eindhoven

Manchester United secured the signing of Memphis Depay because of his special relationship with Louis van Gaal, according to Fox Sports Netherlands journalist Cristian Williaert.

Depay is set to join United when the next transfer window opens in June, subject to a medical in a deal which Sky sources believe to be worth £25m.

The Dutch international was instrumental to Holland’s impressive World Cup displays under Van Gaal and was one of the most sought after Eredivisie prospects.

Memphis Depay expressed his delight at signing for Manchester United on Instagram

United have secured the deal early and Willaert believes they have signed a player who delivers at the highest level.

“He is certainly the most sought after player in the Dutch League. In Holland these sorts of amounts is not normal to be paid. I know in England it is and internationally it is.

“You need to look at his promise and quality; he is still very young of course.

“He is absolutely instrumental, the most important player in the squad, he’s squad. He’s scored 21 goals out of 28 games. He’s not playing as a central striker, he’s playing from the left wing often coming in, scoring coming, so he will fit in very well with Manchester United.