Manchester United show “strong” interest in signing Frenkie de Jong
manchester united They are reportedly showing “strong” interest in signing. Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong next year, according to the Spanish media Transfers.
The Red Devils decided to strengthen the midfield by signing Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain this summer. But, Erik ten HagThe team is expected to make some new acquisitions at this position heading into next season.
Christian Eriksen has entered the final year of his current contract and is likely to leave the club at the end of this season. Furthermore, Man Utd are said to be ready to cash in on casemiro since he has not been able to show his best level in recent times.
Now, Transfers claims that Man Utd are interested in building a quality team, so they are preparing to make a statement in the next transfer window. The Red Devils are showing a 'strong' interest in signing De Jong because they consider that the Dutchman would be an ideal option to reinforce the engine room.
Barcelona are willing to cash in on De Jong if they receive an offer of around £50m, but the deal will depend on whether the midfielder will want to move to Old Trafford or not.
De Jong to Manchester United
the record first division The champions wanted to sign him a few years ago and even reached an agreement in principle with the Blaugrana, but the player ultimately rejected joining United to stay with the Catalan giants.
However, the Netherlands international will enter the final year of his current contract next summer and if Barcelona do not sell him in 2025, they risk losing him for free in 2026. Therefore, it is possible that United could finally sign him. next year.
Transfers He says De Jong is not the only option on United's radar to strengthen the midfield, as they also want Richard Rios from Palmeiras. Additionally, Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies is on their radar to reinforce the left-back position.
De Jong has had some injury problems of late but he is still one of the best midfielders in the world and if Man Utd manage to sign him it would be a huge coup.
