Following the confirmation of Matthjis de Ligt’s transfer from Bayern Munich to Manchester United, the Dutchman made sure to first pen a goodbye letter on his Instagram account to Bayern fans before saying hello to Manchester. The letter reads as follows:
“Dear Bayern fans,
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 honour 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.
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. 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.”
Bayern fans will not forget that incredible clearance off the line in the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain or the long range screamer he scored against SC Freiburg to help keep Bayern on the path to winning the Bundesliga. Nor his determination in fighting his way back into the team multiple times and the heart and character he showed in every match wearing the red of Bavaria. Now he will have the chance to do the same wearing the red of Manchester. Best of luck to you, Matthjis.
