The father of Millen Baars has spoken of his move to Manchester United.

The Ajax youth product was in serious demand across Europe but he had his heart set on a switch to England.

His father told Noordhollands Dagblad: "We have made arrangements with Ajax that we will not come out of the break between Millen and the club.

"But it was certainly nothing shocking, he was even appointed captain this season of the B1.

"Ajax is a great club with a very good youth, but they can unfortunately not cope so very well.

"You saw in the past with other youth players who now play at other clubs. But Millen was ready for a different challenge.

"He played nine seasons in Amsterdam and he has always had the dream to play football in England at Manchester United he will be full-proof.

"There was interest from Italy, Portugal and England, but when he was at Chelsea and United to look, he knew he wanted to play in Manchester.

"He did not even see Arsenal, his choice was made."