Signing Di Maria a game changer for PSG: Zidane

David Luiz still regards Angel di Maria as one of the best footballers on the planet and is looking forward to playing alongside him once he completes his transfer from Manchester United to Paris St Germain.

United manager Louis van Gaal claimed at the time that he had no idea where his star midfielder was.

And Real Madrid Castilla coach Zinedine Zidane believes the United winger is the flawless player to take PSG to the next level.

Real Madrid want to sign De Gea this summer following the departure of their long-standing captain Iker Casillas.

PSG manager Laurent Blanc has previously said that the deal for the Argentine is close, and Spanish football expert Guillem Balague today reported that a £44.2m bid has been agreed between the two clubs.

With Ramos said to be close to signing a new deal with Madrid, De Gea’s move looks further away than ever before.

“I was very pleased with Blind’s performances not only this evening but the former performances”, added Van Gaal.

Di Maria is expected to undergo tests at the Aspire Academy on Monday.

“I have to start with a formation and when a formation is doing well I let them play in that formation”, said Van Gaal. “We will have to wait and see and I don’t want to interfere [in the discussions]”. “It is the same question as your predecessor”.

Van Gaal refused to chastise his players for their weak defensive showing in Illinois. (Memphis) Depay is a Dutchman and it’s a different culture, a different rhythm to the game.

The 27-year-old struggled with form and fitness last season after having a promising start to his United career.