Frenkie de Jong’s future at Barcelona appears to grow bleaker with each passing day. In light of the club’s financial issues, the midfielder is facing enormous pressure to leave the club.
Manchester United have emerged as the most likely destination for the former Ajax starlet, with the club’s new coach Erik ten Hag keen on a reunion with the talented midfielder.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has recently chimed in on the issue, suggesting Man United are set to step up their efforts to sign the Dutchman in the summer.
It appears the Premier League giants have opened direct talks with Barça over the transfer of de Jong. They intend to reach an agreement with Barcelona over the transfer fee before embarking on negotiations with the player himself.
Although the Catalans have slapped an €85 million price tag on the midfielder, the bigger issue for Manchester United could be the player terms.
Frenkie de Jong has offered no suggestions of his desire to leave Barcelona. He is happy at his current club and wants to become a part of the club’s long-term success.
Xavi himself rates the player highly, though the Barça coach has appeared more defensive about his desire to keep the Dutchman at the club.
There are reports that suggest de Jong has already rejected Manchester United. While his desire to remain at Camp Nou might have played a key role in his decision, the midfielder is also keen on playing in the Champions League – something the PL giants cannot offer.
The Red Devils, though, are reportedly ready to make a push by handing him a lucrative contract that could potentially make him the highest earner at Old Trafford, ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo.
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