La Liga heavyweights Barcelona are reportedly ready to sell Frenkie de Jong for around €60-70 million amid his links with Manchester United.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Frenkie de Jong is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are keen on reinforcing their midfield department next year and have set their sights on the Barcelona star. Meanwhile, the Catalan giants are ready to sell him for around €60-70 million.
Frenkie de Jong and his Barcelona journey so far
Frenkie de Jong has been a dependable performer since joining Barcelona from Ajax in July 2019. However, the Dutchman has endured a topsy-turvy ride in the last few years, with fitness issues plaguing him in recent seasons. Injuries have also hampered him in the first few weeks of the new campaign.
The 27-year-old has turned out over 200 times thus far for Barcelona while chipping in with 17 goals and 21 assists. However, de Jong faces an uncertain future at the Catalan club, with the Blaugrana ready to cash in on him next year after the success of the other midfielders this season.
The latest update has revealed that the Catalan giants want to recoup €60-70 million to part ways with the Dutch midfielder next year. Meanwhile, de Jong’s stock in the market remains high, with Manchester United among his prospective suitors.
Manchester United still interested
Manchester United hold a long-standing interest in Frenkie de Jong, with Erik ten Hag pushing for his signature since taking charge of the first-team squad over two years ago. While the Red Devils decided against securing the Dutchman’s services in the summer transfer window, they have revived the move.
The Barcelona midfielder is a viable target for Manchester United, considering he can add a new dimension to the midfield unit at Old Trafford. In addition, the Catalan club’s asking price of €60-70 million makes him an appealing prospect for the Premier League heavyweights, even though he has struggled with fitness issues in the last two seasons.
Manchester United should have the funds to cough up €60-70 million to sign de Jong from FC Barcelona next year. However, Financial Fair Play obligations will also play a role as we wait for this story to evolve amid Barcelona’s readiness to cash in on him.
