Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is reportedly warming up to the idea of moving to Manchester United in the summer transfer window.
According to Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic, Frenkie de Jong has admitted privately that a switch to Manchester United in the summer transfer window appeals to him. The Red Devils are currently negotiating a deal with Barcelona, who will demand around €80 million to part ways with the Dutchman.
Frenkie de Jong has become one of the hottest properties in the market due to Barcelona’s financial woes. While the 25-year-old wants to stay put at Camp Nou, the Blaugrana will need to cash in on him to lighten the wage bill while funding moves in the summer transfer window.
The Dutch international, who has made 140 appearances for Barcelona thus far, is, by far, the most valuable asset at the Catalan club. And de Jong’s precarious situation has captured the attention of some of the most high-profile clubs in Europe, including Manchester United.
The Red Devils are reportedly prioritising a summer move for Frenkie de Jong, who is a viable target ahead of an impending midfield overhaul. Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic have confirmed their departures from Manchester United, meaning they will need to invest in a top-class midfielder this summer.
Recent reports have claimed that Manchester United could make de Jong one of their highest-paid players to prise him away from Barcelona. In addition, Barcelona and Manchester United have progressed well in negotiations in the last few weeks.
Reports this week have claimed that Manchester United tabled a lucrative offer for Barcelona, which should fall around the €80 million the Blaugrana will demand to part ways with de Jong. And de Jong is now warming up to the idea of moving to Manchester United in the summer transfer window.
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According to Laurie Whitwell, de Jong has privately admitted that the idea of moving to Manchester United appeals to him. And with Barcelona and Manchester United advancing in their talks, a summer move might be on the cards. For now, the Red Devils’ hopes of signing the Dutch international have received a major boost.
