Manchester United revives interest in signing Barcelona star De Jong
manchester united They have reportedly rekindled their interest in signing Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong, according to the Spanish media Transfers.
After becoming the new coach of the Red Devils in 2022, Erik ten Hag Initially, priority was given to strengthening the midfield with the signing of the 27-year-old player.
United even reached an agreement in principle with the Blaugrana to secure his signature, but the player ultimately rejected a move to Old Trafford. So after failing to hire their primary target, the Ten Hag team decided to shift their focus toward alternative options and purchased casemiro.
The Brazilian had a promising start in the first division but he has been struggling of late and it has been reported that the record Premier League champions are now ready to let him leave the club.
Transfers He claims that Ten Hag is willing to strengthen the midfield in the next January window and is interested in signing De Jong. Thus, United have revived their interest in acquiring his service.
De Jong to Manchester United
Barcelona are willing to cash in on him to get him off the wage bill amid their financial difficulties and would accept a fee of at least £50m. Thus, United seeks to take advantage of the Blaugrana's current situation and is willing to do everything in its power to hire De Jong.
The Red Devils decided to strengthen the midfield department by signing Manuel Ugarte after allowing Scott McTominay to leave the club in the summer. But they may need to renew this position next year as Christian Eriksen is expected to leave the club as a free agent next summer and Casemiro is likely to leave as well.
De Jong likes to play as a double pivot in midfield, but is also efficient in the number six role. He has had some injury problems of late but is a top-class player and possesses the qualities needed to address United's problems in the engine room.
Therefore, it would be a big coup for Ten Hag's side if they bought him out. However, it will be interesting to see if the record Premier League champions ultimately opt to take a concrete approach to securing his signature in the upcoming winter window.
