Frenkie de Jong: Door opens for Man United to complete signing after ‘agreement’ – Sources
Long-term admirers Man United and Chelsea are well-placed to land Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong, sources have told Football Insider.
It has been widely reported that Barca will look to sell the 26-year-old in the summer window.
A well-placed source has told Football Insider that the Catalan giants will be forced to sell key stars if they are to make their own signings this term.
It is believed Barcelona’s stance on allowing De Jong to leave is a real opening for top Premier League sides.
Man United and Chelsea are long-term admirers of the Netherlands international and have made attempts to bring him to England in the past.
Indeed, United agreed a fee with Barcelona in the summer of 2022 before a deal collapsed after extensive negotiations.
Ten Hag has ‘real opening’ to bring De Jong to Man United this summer
Both sides are now keeping close tabs on his situation as the summer window approaches.
A well-placed source has told Football Insider that Premier League sides will have a real advantage in the race for De Jong as not many other European outfits could fund a deal.
The midfielder has made 26 appearances so far in the 2023-24 campaign, notching one goal.
He came through the ranks at Ajax before leaving for Barcelona in 2019 for a reported fee of £65million.
The 26-year-old is under contract with the Blaugrana until June 2026.
Man United boss Erik ten Hag is no stranger to De Jong’s talents, having managed him for 59 games during his time at Ajax.
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