Manchester United target Frenkie De Jong has reversed his decision on Manchester United.
Manchester United has been vigorously pursuing a deal for the Barcelona midfielder. Manchester United’s new manager Erik Ten Hag had made it clear that Frenkie De Jong is his prime target this summer. The former Ajax manager believes Frenkie De Jong could help him fix Manchester United midfield problems.
Frenkie De Jong has been intent on his Barcelona future amidst interest from his former boss. The Netherland international has stated that he is not keen on leaving the Camp Nou as United’s interest intensifies.
The Red Devils have reportedly reached an agreement with Barcelona over the player. The Old Trafford club agreed an £86m deal with the Blaugrana on De Jong.
Meanwhile, Barcelona president, Joan Laporta has publicly reiterated the decision of Barca to keep the player. He admitted having received offers for De Jong but emphasized that the player is not for sale.
Frenkie De Jong £17m debt: Stumbling block to A United move
Sources close to the Blaugrana have disclosed that Frenkie De Jong’s potential move to United have been halted by the debt owed the player by Barcelona. The Catalan have attempted to push the debt into the deal and terms of agreement with the Old Trafford negotiators; a move that was rejected by Manchester United.
Despite Manchester United’s pursuit and Laporta’s unclear stand on De Jong’s future, the former Ajax star has insisted that he wants to stay at the club.
Call To Accept Paycut
Barcelona have urged Frenkie De Jong to accept a pay cut if he wants to stay at the club. The Catalan have continued to play the card of financial insolvency but have continued to sign top and premium target signings. It was apparent that De Jong may likely make a u-turn on Barcelona’s future.
De Jong Finally Makes U-turn On Barcelona
Frankie De Jong has finally budged on his Barcelona future, after insisting that he will not join the Old Trafford club. Sources close to the playmaker have confirmed that he has had a change of mind and will be open to a move to Manchester United.
This move by the 24-year-old will be welcomed by Erik Ten Hag who has been keen on signing the midfielder. Ten hag nearly had a change of mind when he revealed an alternative Manchester United midfield plan if the De Jong deal does not go through.
Manchester United is far from a finished project. Although raking in fantastic initial preseason results, the Red Devils’ final two games have shown that the team needs more reinforcement, especially in the midfield. Frenkie De Jong’s change of mind will be welcomed by United fans who are keen on fixing Man United midfield problems.
