Van de Beek shouldn't have signed for Man United, claims Van Basten after Chelsea omission

It has been far from an ideal start for Donny van de Beek since joining Man United in summer. former Ajax star, touted as one of finest creative players of his , is yet to start a Premier League game for Red Devils, having operated from bench for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. On Saturday against Chelsea, Man United were desperate for a spark in what was a dour 0-0 draw, and Man United boss opted against introducing Van de Beek, raising questions on wher Dutch international was right to choose a move to Old Trafford. 

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Van de Beek benched: Van Basten believes Man United new signing should have considered or options 

Speaking to Dutch TV channel Ziggo Sport, Dutch legend Marco van Basten questioned Donny van de Beek's decision to join Manchester United after he was an unused substitute in game against Chelsea. former Milan striker claimed that as a good player, Van de Beek should be playing regularly. He added that for a player like 23-year-old to play six or seven games this year is shocking and detrimental to his rhythm. 

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Marco van Basten said that as a top player one has to look at ir chances of playing time at new club rar than ws y offer. Ajax legend believes Dutch international should have waited a while longer before choosing a move to Manchester United.

Van Basten's comments were echoed by Manchester United legends Patrice Evra and Gary Neville. Evra, who was on pundit duty for Sky Sports said that Red Devils did t need Van de Beek and he was baffled that club splashed out £40 million to get him on board. Neville said that he was shocked by lack of game time former Ajax star has received. 

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Despite scoring on his debut, Donny van de Beek has made four substitute appearances from bench in Premier League and is yet to start a game for Red Devils in top flight. After his team's 4-1 win over Newcastle, Solskjaer had suggested that 23-year-old will receive his fair share of minutes over course of season. Man United boss said that Dutchman has been impressive in training and in little minutes he has received since his transfer. Solskjaer insisted he will have a massive impact on team this season. 

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