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Red Devils never made approach for de Vrij

Despite numerous reports to the contrary, it seems that Manchester United never made an approach for Feyenoord centre back Stefan de Vrij, who has since signed for Lazio.

The player’s impressive performances under Louis van Gaal at the 2014 FIFA World Cup fueled speculation linking de Vrij with a summer switch to Old Trafford, but it would appear as though no move was ever on, with van Gaal even advising the player to move to Rome.

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