Matthijs de Ligt has stopped paying attention to his critics, telling reporters he no longer follows the news after his solid showing in the 2-1 win over Lokomotiv Moscow.
The Dutch international spoke to broadcaster Veronica (h/t Telegraaf, via Football Italia), dismissing speculation he is spending too much time in the gym.
He also said he was happy with his showing during Tuesday's UEFA Champions League outing:
"I think I played well: I was solid and stable, and I didn't do much wrong. I just had to do my job and that was defending.